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.
Delay and alleged Historic Offences
Can the amount of delay between an alleged offence and being charged impact on a trial? We look at recent case studies in relation to this…
The Offence of Virginity Testing in England & Wales
“Virginity Testing” and hymenoplasty are against the law. We take a look at these offences and what the implications are.
Creating an Offence of Public Sexual Harassment
A new specific offence of sexual harassment in public places has been put forward by Government. Here we look at what it means and what the implications are…
New Sexual Offences of “Deepfaking” and “Downblousing” Introduced
The offences of “Deepfaking” and “Downblousing” have been added to the list of offences regarding indecent images as the law tightens up.
Revisions to the sentencing guidelines for sexual offences
The Sentencing Council has this week published revised sentencing guidelines for a number of sexual offences. We look at the implications.
Review of Rape Prosecutions Conducted to help tackle “Rape Myths”
The introduction of a “Victims’ Law” would see greater consultation with victims under a new proposal. We look at the implications.
Natasha’s Law
Natasha’s Law came into force from 1st October 2021 – but what does it involve and who is affected? Here’s all you need to know…
The Conservative Party Conference – New Government Policies on Crime – PART 2
Here’s the second part taking a look at the Tory Party Conference and their pledges surrounding getting tough on crime – today it’s activism, sentencing & drugs
The Conservative Party Conference – New Government Policies on Crime – PART 1
First of 2 part look at the Tory Party Conference and their pledges surrounding getting tough on crime. Here we look at offences on women & immigration.
The Offence of Making Threats To Share Intimate Images
Making threats to share intimate is to be an offence under new proposals from The Law Commission. We look at the review that’s been conducted.