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…
The Use of Pre-Recorded Evidence in Court for Sexually-related Offences
Recent research has found that the use of pre-recorded evidence in court could affect be of benefit to the accused. Here’s why….
Legal News Round-Up – December 2023
Here we take a look at some of the legal news that made the headlines in December in the latest of our series of round-up articles.
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