Sexual Offence Articles
Morton’s Solicitors are one of the leading Sexually-related crime solicitors in the North West. In this section, you will find some useful articles offering advice, information and changes to laws.
The Challenges of December for the Legal Profession
The Online Safety Bill is ground-breaking legislation which will have potential implications for businesses and individuals alike. Here’s why…
How the justice system impacts on Sexual-related Offences
A recent review into the impact of the Criminal Justice System processes surrounding sexually-related offences reveals some serious inadequacies…
Legal News Round-Up – September 2024
Here we take a look at some of the legal news that made the headlines in September in the latest of our series of round-up articles.
Legal News Round-Up – August 2024
Here we take a look at some of the legal news that made the headlines in August in the latest of our series of round-up articles.
“Live distant child abuse” – Major Investigation Launched
A large-scale investigation into “live distant child abuse” has been launched in multiple countries across the globe.
Legal News Round-Up – June 2024
Here we take a look at some of the legal news that made the headlines in June in the latest of our series of round-up articles.
Legal News Round-Up – May 2024
Here we take a look at some of the legal news that made the headlines in May in the latest of our series of round-up articles.
Investigatory Powers Act 2016 – New Powers
Amendments to the Investigatory Powers Act 2016 this week have increased powers for investigating authorities. We take a look at the changes.
First Conviction of New “Cyber-flashing” Offence
The new offence of Cyber Flashing has it’s first conviction – but what constitutes the offence – and what are does the sentencing look like?
Sexual Harm Prevention Orders (SHPO) & Polygraph Tests
Whilst Sexual Harm Prevention Orders (SHPO) can implement the use of polygraph tests – but a recent Court of Appeal case aired a note of concern…