criminal law

UK Criminal Law – Through the Stages

November 26, 2012

Going through a criminal case can be a very stressful and worrying time, especially if it is your first time. We hope that knowing what to expect will help you through the stages of criminal investigation / prosecution. At the Police Station If you are suspected of committing a criminal offence you may be either […]

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Drink Driving – What is the Limit?

November 20, 2012

A fairly well know fact is that the UK’s drink drive limit is 80 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood (also known as BAC), 35 microgrammes of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath or 107 microgrammes of alcohol per 100 millilitres of urine.  But what does this mean in the real-world? 5 shots of Vodka? 1 […]

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Is Relieving Yourself Indecent Exposure?

November 12, 2012

(Guest post regarding indecent exposure under US criminal law) Going to the bathroom is a natural bodily function. Problem is, you can only “hold it” for so long before the pain and discomfort becomes unbearable. So, what happens when you’re out in public, with no restroom to be found? Many of us have been on […]

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How to Expunge a DUI

November 12, 2012

When a trooper pulls you off the road for DUI or DWI, details of the arrest will be put on record. The record can stain your reputation and can hinder your future employment. You don’t have to live in the nightmares of your DUI arrest or charge; you can wipe it off and produce a […]

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What are the Penalties of DUI?

November 10, 2012

Each state has its own road and traffic laws or statutes that cover penalties of driving under the influence (DUI). You can ask a DUI attorney in your area for the specifics of the matter in your state, or you can read state and local (cities and counties) driving laws. There are general penalties associated […]

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Legal Aid Cuts Expected to Affect Criminal Law

August 16, 2012

The pending Jackson reforms and Legal Aid bill cuts have really caught my attention recently. This is down to the fact that they will affect the personal injury sector a great deal, but it’s interesting to see how other areas of law such family or criminal law will be affected. In the compensation claims industry, […]

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Why Hire A Criminal Lawyer

August 2, 2012

Criminal lawyers are a necessity for anyone who has been accused of committing a crime. Regardless of the severity of the criminal charge, an expert criminal lawyer can help tremendously. There are numerous ways a lawyer can assist someone who is facing criminal charges. Provide expert knowledge A good criminal defense lawyer will have extensive […]

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Are the Sentencing Guidelines for Drug Offenses Fair?

July 11, 2012

(US Law) The United States is the only developed country that requires mandatory sentencing for minor, non-violent drug offenses. Following President Ronald Reagan’s 1986 “War on Drugs” declaration, Congress enacted mandatory sentencing guidelines for relatively small-time, non-violent drug crimes. In subsequent years, even tougher penalties have been enacted with cases of minor offenders receiving multiple […]

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Federal Government Investigating Classified Intel Leaks (US Law)

June 26, 2012

A recent string of leaks related to classified intelligence information has reignited a debate on national security issues, and the public’s need to know, even right to know, what its government is doing at all times. As with all things in life, one’s take on this issue will depend largely, if not wholly, on their […]

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Marijuana laws in the UK and its legal implications

June 20, 2012

Ignorance can never be used as a viable defence in the face of the law – so to stay on the right side of the law, it is important to know what you can and can’t do. Understanding the law is particularly important when it comes to drugs. In the UK, as with many other […]

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