Can a sentence be reviewed if it’s too lenient?
If a sentence is “unduly lenient” the case can be referred back to court to be reconsidered. Find out how and why this is likely.
Defence strategy for a crime you didn’t commit
There are rare occasions a witness may not get to complete giving evidence for one reason or another. Here we look at what can happen…
What happens if a witness can’t complete giving evidence?
There are rare occasions a witness may not get to complete giving evidence for one reason or another. Here we look at what can happen…
What You Can Do In The 2nd Lockdown
With a 2nd lockdown being introduced across England, we look at what you can – and can’t – do under the new restrictions.
Job Opportunity – SOLICITOR
04/11/2020 – Vacancy for a Solicitor We are seeking to expand our team and now have an opening for a fully qualified Solicitor. The Ideal Candidate will • participate in our out of hours police station rota (overtime paid)• be ambitious & motivated to achieve...
The Importance of the Closing Speech by the Defence in Criminal Trials
He we look at the importance of the closing speech for the defence, what it consists of – and what makes a good closing speech.
Human Trafficking used as a defence
A recent case has shown how one defendant has said that human trafficking was their defence to another crime they had committed. Here’s what happened…
What can happen if you ignore planning laws.
If you ignore planning laws, the implications can be eye-watering. Here we look at 3 cases of why planning laws should be taken seriously.
Rape “Myths & Stereotypes”
With a reduction in rape prosecutions, the CPS have published a review into guidelines for the prosecution and looks at “myths & stereotypes”.
Identification of Suspects By CCTV
This article looks at the use of CCTV by the police to identify suspects and how the often needs to be a more forensic approach.