Legal News Round-Up – November 2023
Here we take a look at some of the legal news that made the headlines in November in the first of a new series of articles.
Concerns Raised Over Lack of Support for Prisoners on Release
A recent report into support for prisoners after release has raised concerns not enough is being done to help prisoners on the outside.
Police Informers – A Case of Risk & Reward
We look at police informers – and whether providing vital information about a crime could lead to a more favourable outcome.
Serious Violence Reduction Orders
Serious Violence Reduction Orders (SVROs) are facing calls to be scrapped after just 12 months. We look at what they are and why that is.
Impact of Imprisonment on Family Life
A recent case highlights the impact of imprisonment on family life as a prisoner sought to partake in fertility treatment.
Cryptoassets and Proceeds of Crime
Cryptoassets and the proceeds of economic crime has come under the spotlight. Here we look at changes to the law as the net tightens.
Rehabilitation of Offenders – New Changes Introduced
The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act is being amended which will hopefully help around 120,000 prisoners turn their lives around.
What are the new laws surrounding XL Bully Dogs?
XL Bully dogs have been in the news recently with new laws specifically targeting the control of breeding of the dog in the UK being introduced…
What Are The Sentences for Supplying Morphine Illegally?
The illegal supply of morphine presents several complexities when it comes to sentencing – here we look at some of the considerations.
Legal News Round-Up – October 2023
Here we take a look at some of the legal news that made the headlines in October in the first of a new series of articles.