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Extradition Explained – Part 1: What Happens if I am Arrested on an Extradition Warrant?

What is Extradition? It is the process whereby one state seeks the surrender of a person from another state in order to either prosecute them for an offence or to…

November 12, 2024

Shyan MacTavish

Opinion
  • falsely-accused-of-crime
  • miscarriages-of-justice

Post Office Inquiry: Week 4 – Recap

The Post Office inquiry resumed on 23 September for its seventh and final phase. Here is a summary of who gave evidence during week 4. Tuesday 15 October Mike Young…

October 21, 2024

Aneka Thirurajah

Michael Ackah

Opinion
  • court
  • crime

Second Time Lucky? Lord Chancellor Announces Increased Sentencing Powers for Magistrates’

In May 2022 the then Conservative government doubled sentencing powers for Magistrates’ from 6 to 12 months, reasoning that the move would “provide additional capacity to drive down the backlog…

October 18, 2024

Eliza Bell

Caroline Liggins

Opinion
  • falsely-accused-of-crime
  • miscarriages-of-justice

Post Office Inquiry: Week 3 – Recap

The Post Office inquiry resumed on 23 September for its seventh and final phase. Here is a summary of who gave evidence during week 3. Tuesday 7 October Karen McEwan…

October 17, 2024

Aneka Thirurajah

Ailsa McNeil

Opinion
  • falsely-accused-of-crime
  • miscarriages-of-justice

Post Office Inquiry: Week 2 – Recap

The Post Office inquiry resumed on 23 September for its seventh and final phase. Here is a summary of who gave evidence during week 2. Tuesday 1 October Henry Staunton…

October 16, 2024

Aneka Thirurajah

Ailsa McNeil

Michael Ackah

Opinion
  • falsely-accused-of-crime
  • miscarriages-of-justice

Post Office Inquiry: Week 1 – Recap

The Post Office inquiry resumed on 23 September for its seventh and final phase. Here is a summary of who gave evidence during week 1. Monday 23 September Gavin Ellison:…

October 15, 2024

Aneka Thirurajah

Michael Ackah

Opinion
  • miscarriages-of-justice

Undercover Policing Inquiry Tranche 2 (Phase 2): The Search for The Truth Continues…

On Monday 14 October 2024 Tranche 2 (Phase 2) of the Undercover Policing Inquiry (UCPI) will commence with opening statements from Counsel to the Inquiry, and Core Participants, both police…

October 11, 2024

Mike Schwarz

Ben Follows

Opinion
  • crime
  • representation

What Are Duty Solicitors, and Are They Bad?

It is a myth that duty solicitors are ‘bad’ solicitors, work for the police and cannot to be trusted. What is a duty solicitor? A duty solicitor is simply a…

October 9, 2024

Ghislaine Sandoval

Opinion
  • falsely-accused-of-crime
  • miscarriages-of-justice

The Post Office Inquiry; The Beginning Of The End?

The final phase of the Post Office Inquiry began on Monday 23 September. This marks the hopeful close of the Inquiry which began back in February 2022 and is looking…

September 24, 2024

Aneka Thirurajah

Opinion
  • crime
  • criminal-defence
  • protest-law

Rapid Response To The “Far Right” Riots And The Impact On An Already Under Pressure Judicial System

In the wake of the awful tragedy that befell the community of Southport following the brutal murders of three young girls on 29 July, the UK has seen some of…

August 16, 2024

Darrell Ennis-Gayle

Blog
  • assaults
  • general-crime

Domestic Violence – Common Types Of Allegations

Allegations which are made in the context of domestic relationships are treated with high priority in the criminal justice system. There is no specific offence of domestic abuse and it…

July 22, 2024

Michael Ackah

Blog
  • crime
  • criminal-defence
  • representation

I’M Facing A Criminal Charge, Can I Recover My Legal Costs?

How to fund their defence is often the first significant decision a client facing a criminal allegation has to make. Many defendants want to know what will happen if they…

July 15, 2024

Ruth Harris

Opinion
  • crime
  • criminal-defence
  • prison

The Causes and Consequences of Prison Overcrowding in England and Wales

Background As of May 2024, the prison population in England and Wales stood at 87,505. With official usable capacity of the prison estate standing at 88,895 there are 1,390 remaining…

July 12, 2024

Sean Caulfield

Kit Gamble

Blog
  • crime
  • general-crime

Legality Of Crossbows

Crossbows are subject to statutory controls under the Crossbows Act 1987, which makes it a criminal offence to sell or hire a crossbow with a draw weight of 1.4kg or…

July 11, 2024

Jessica Davis

Opinion

The Importance of a Prepared Statement in Police Interviews

A prepared statement is a written statement made by a suspect prior to their interview under caution, usually in a police station. It is often read out during a police…

July 8, 2024

Marina Afzal-Khan

Opinion
  • extradition
  • falsely-accused-of-crime

Impact of the Conflict in Gaza on Extradition

The current conflict in Gaza is undoubtedly having a significant impact on daily life not only in Gaza but also around the world. Whilst both boycotts and protests have been…

July 1, 2024

Shyan MacTavish

Opinion
  • crime
  • crime-investigation
  • representation

The Importance of Silence When Arrested: Protect Your Rights

Being arrested is very daunting and there is an understandable kneejerk reaction when faced with authority to say something… anything. However, sometimes silence is protection. Prior to and upon arrest…

June 26, 2024

Jessica Murray

Opinion
  • crime
  • general-crime

What Can The Result Of The 2024 Bellamy Report Offer The Crumbling System Of Criminal Legal Aid?

In 2021 Sir Christopher Bellamy KC’s independent report into criminal legal aid was published. The report confirmed that the criminal justice system had been under funded for many years and…

June 25, 2024
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  • crime
  • general-crime
  • offence

What To Do If Charged With A Child’s School Attendance Offence?

I have been charged with an offence about my child failing to attend school. What do I do now? Types of offences There are a number of different offences under…

June 17, 2024

Ghislaine Sandoval

Blog
  • criminal-defence
  • general-crime

Terrorism And Protest – What Are The Most Common Offences And How Can You Defend Yourself

There has been a recent increase in the number protestors who are being prosecuted for terrorism related offences, including for activity taking place online and during the course of peaceful…

May 23, 2024

Francesca Cociani

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