Investigations in to and prosecutions for indecent image offences are extremely prevalent. The way in which such cases are investigated and the charges which follow has changed. This has been influenced by an increased awareness of technology. Prosecutors are now more frequently charging defendants with making indecent images under s.1 of the Protection of Children […]
Modern Slavery, Human Trafficking & Forced Labour
Modern slavery, human trafficking and forced labour offences are very prevalent across society. They often involve highly complex and sophisticated organised crime groups which can be extremely difficult to detect. Arrests for these types of offences often result from targeted police operations. The impact of these offences on the true victims is obviously quite significant. […]
Are you subject to pre-charge bail? We can help
Pre-Charge Bail 28-day time limit The Government imposed a 28-day police pre-charge bail limit on 3rd April 2017, which enables the police to carry out their enquiries under the Policing and Crime Act 2017. If you are released on police bail it was thought that it should take no longer than a month for a […]
Domestic abuse and coercive control
The figures for incidents of domestic abuse make stark reading. According to the Office for National Statistics, an estimated 2.4 million adults aged 16 to 74 years experienced domestic abuse over the period April 2018-March 2019. In the UK, the number of people killed as a result of domestic violence hit its highest-level last year. Indeed, […]
Drink Driving arrests increase over Christmas
It is generally acknowledged that at this time of year the number of arrests and prosecutions for drink driving substantially increase. Office parties, a quick drink with friends and family can all increase the temptation of having that one (extra) drink which may expose a driver to the risk of being over the prescribed legal […]
Drink Driving – Know your limits
Last year, December saw a 16% increase in the number of motorists being caught for drink driving. Indeed, over 154 drivers were caught over the limit each day. As we head into the Christmas party season, we offer a timely warning to ‘know your limits’. Drink driving limits There are strict limits in England and […]
Effect on a child when a parent is sent to prison
Criminal defence lawyer, Alan Burcombe looks at the recent Joint Committee report on the effect on a child when a parent is sent to prison and its recommendations for change. A recent report by the Joint Committee on Human Rights highlighted the negative impact on children of a custodial sentence given when the offender is […]
Drivers to face prosecution for touching mobile phone while driving
The Government has announced its intention to close a legal loophole that enables drivers to escape prosecution for using a mobile phone while driving to film or take photos. Current situation Presently, it is illegal to use a “hand-held mobile telephone or other hand-held device for the purpose of any interactive communication” while driving. This […]
Prosecutions for drug driving offences continue to increase
Convictions for drug driving offences have tripled over the last two year. Figures released by the DVLA reveal that nearly 20,000 motorists were convicted over the period January 2018 to March 2019. This upwards trend is showing no signs of abating and has been denounced as an epidemic by many news reports. The police are […]
Wells Burcombe achieves top tier ranking in Chambers & Partners legal guide
Wells Burcombe is delighted to have received a Band 1 ranking for its Criminal law work in the Watford, Uxbridge and Surrounds region by Chambers & Partners legal guide. Chambers & Partners is one of the leading independent directories of UK legal services, identifying the strongest firms and lawyers. The rankings are based on analysis […]
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