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.
Modern Policing – Necessary Restraint or Unlawful Violence
We frequently need to consider the use of force by police officers when arresting or otherwise dealing with suspects. What are the acceptable boundaries?
Digital Evidence & Disclosure – New Considerations for the Defense
The Court of Appeal this week considered the issue of digital evidence and indentified 4 new key points which could present challenges defending certain allegations.
What are the Reporting Restrictions in Court?
Although there is a general principle of open justice, there are restrictions in who can be reported on in court. So, what are the reporting restrictions?
Tougher Sentences for Aggravation Related to Disability, Sexual Orientation or Transgender Identity
Tougher sentences are to be handed out where someone’s disability, sexual orientation or transgender identity is the aggravating factor. Read More…
Quality of Forensic Evidence Called Into Question
The quality of forensic evidence has been called into question by The Forensic Science Regulator after it found gaps in quality in a recent inspection.
How Many Jurors Are There In a Jury?
If you were asked how many jurors are there in a jury, then you would most likely, infact almost certainly reply with 12, but there are actually more…
When is filming sex acts illegal?
Filming sex acts without consent can lead to a Voyeurism offence which in turn could lead to a prison sentence of a minimum of 2 years. So what is illegal?
Filming in Crown Court – What Will Be Filmed and Why?
With the proposal for cameras to be allowed into the Crown Courts for the first time ever – we look at why the change of stance and possible implications.
What is Helen’s Law?
Helen’s Law would see a change in parole terms that would mean murderers must reveal the whereabouts of a victim’s body before being considered for parole.
Date Rape Drugs & The Law
The recent case of serial rapist Reynhard Sinaga has brought the use of date rape drugs into the news again. So what is the law surrounding date rape drugs?
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