You and your business have a responsibility to dispose of your waste properly. Illegal waste disposal and fly-tipping carry heavy fines, and even imprisonment. Defence lawyer Alan Burcombe highlights the pitfalls for individuals and businesses of not disposing of their waste in the required manner. Fly-tipping on the increase – council crackdown Despite recent government […]
Handling Crimes in Prison – new protocol
Prison law expert Lesley-Anne Perry examines a new agreement for Handling Crimes in Prison. Protocol for handling crimes in prison has been set out in a recent agreement that aims to improve the investigation and prosecution of offences committed in prison. Of course, imprisonment itself does not stop some people from committing offences whilst in […]
Knife Crime Prevention Orders – Prevention is better than cure?
The Offensive Weapons Act 2019 brings in new Knife Crime Prevention Orders. Defence lawyers, Ravinder Khumra and Lesley-Anne Perry examine the new measures in the Act aimed at increasing the police response to violent crime. There have been growing fears nationally – and particularly in London – over the significant rise in knife crime. We […]
New motorway driving law – points and fines for ignoring lane closures
New motorway driving law, in force from 10th June 2019, brings penalty points and fines for drivers ignoring motorway lane closures on smart motorways. Defence lawyer, Harvinder Hear looks at the changes and consequences for drivers who don’t abide by the new motorway driving law. Red X lane closure enforcement New Home Office legislation will […]
Domestic Abuse Bill to offer more protection to victims
Family lawyer Safeena Tufail and Criminal lawyer Ravinder Khumra of Wells Burcombe look at how the proposed new Domestic Abuse Bill will enhance protection for victims. Domestic abuse is one of the most under reported crimes worldwide. UK statistics reveal that it damages the lives of 2 million victims and their families every year. A […]
Legal aid eligibility – what, when and how
Legal aid eligibility has been in the news again, firstly following the application for legal aid by ‘ISIS bride’ Shamima Begum, which led to much debate about legal aid eligibility. Additionally, the Law Society reported recently that, in respect of housing issues, over half the population lives in a local authority that has just one […]
Defending murder cases
Defence lawyer, David Wells discusses the challenges of defending murder cases. I have represented clients in some of the country’s most high-profile murder cases. I am currently advising and assisting one particular client whose murder trial has attracted more publicity than virtually any other. That case is currently with the CCRC and there is much […]
Plans to scrap short prison sentences
So, short prison sentences are back in the news again. Justice Minister, David Gauke was asked by the Justice Select Committee whether ministers should consider scrapping sentences of less than a year to combat “grave and worsening” safety in jails. “Yes, we are considering our options here. This is a complex matter…I completely agree that […]
Prison and vulnerable inmates
There is little doubt that vulnerable inmates make up a significant percentage of the prison population. So, what do we mean when we use the term ‘vulnerable’ inmate? In the context of this article, I refer to those inmates who have a ‘hidden disability’. Inmates who have no obvious physical disability but something which makes […]
Voluntary interview with the police – Do I need a lawyer?
What is a voluntary interview? A voluntary interview is an increasingly common method for police to use when investigating criminal allegations. They are also referred to as ‘stand-alone’ interviews. Such interviews are routinely now used for the whole spectrum of criminal offences. Attending the police station as a volunteer means that you are not under […]
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