Police forces across England and Wales are preparing for a rollout of ‘Body-worn Cameras’, and the government has announced that prison officers will shortly be assisted by this new technology....
For many offenders, a prison sentence is a grim reality, a punishment that must be served, often impacting not only on a single individual but in many cases their family....
Over the last few days, the government has announced proposals to introduce new offences and increase sentencing for a range of other offences. One of our criminal law experts,...
Many people convicted before magistrates feel aggrieved at the outcome, and wish to consider an appeal. A grievance may arise because they think that their case was not prepared correctly,...
What is the ‘Sex Offender Register’? There isn’t an actual register, and the phrase refers to notification requirements imposed on some offenders convicted of sexual offences. Over 50,000 individuals...
The government is planning to introduce legislation which will increase the maximum custodial sentence for offences under the Animal Welfare Act 2006. The current limit is six months’ imprisonment, but...
This article examines drones and the legal framework which governs their usage. It focuses on drones which are available to the public and looks at potential risks, the relevant law,...
People who illegally dump waste have cost land and property owners millions of pounds in the last year, according to the Environment Agency. The financial impact, which relates to the...
Many people convicted of driving with excess alcohol leave court with a pretty clear idea as to the length of their driving disqualification, but for a significant number, there is...
Tax evasion definition, illegal non-payment or underpayment of tax by individuals, corporations and trusts Change Ahead The main provisions of the Criminal Finances Act 2017 come into force on...
