A Zombie Knife, also known as a ‘Zombie Killer’ or a ‘Zombie Slayer Knife’ is defined within section 141 of the Criminal Justice Act 1988 as being a blade with: In a previous article, we explained that whilst possession of a Zombie Knife had been made illegal in 2016, sales continued. Even with the increase […]
23/04/24
Criminal Litigation
As part of the Criminal Court Appeals procedure a convicted offender may appeal against conviction, sentence, or both, in England and Wales, on a number of grounds depending upon the particular circumstances of each case. Whilst there is a readily available entitlement to lodge an Appeal, the process can be complicated, will be dependent upon […]
22/04/24
Health & Safety
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has various functions as a regulator, these include offering advice and providing guidance. Additionally, the HSE oversee licensing activities in major hazard industries, conduct targeted inspections and investigations, and take enforcement measures to prevent harm and ensure accountability for those who breach the regulations. Where necessary, HSE will collaborate […]
18/04/24
Criminal Litigation
As part of the Criminal Court Appeals procedure a convicted offender may appeal against conviction, sentence, or both, in England and Wales, on a number of grounds depending upon the particular circumstances of each case. Whilst there is a readily available entitlement to lodge an Appeal, the process can be complicated, will be dependent upon […]
17/04/24
ADR & Mediation, Commercial Disputes
Seeking redress through civil court proceedings can be a demanding and arduous process, requiring an understanding of the law, sufficient resources, patience, and perseverance. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) refers to methods of resolving conflicts and disputes outside of the courtroom. The Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) were introduced with the intention of making civil justice more […]
16/04/24
Financial Investigations
There is a plethora of reasons for money transfers, ranging from sending birthday gifts to providing essential support to family members overseas. Informal Value Transfer Systems (IVTS) are adopted by individuals for a multitude of reasons, especially in situations where conventional banking systems are either unavailable or inconvenient. The term ‘Informal Value Transfer Systems,’ describes […]
15/04/24
POCA
To prevent an offender benefiting financially from their criminal conduct, the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (‘POCA’), enables the Prosecution to request the Court for Confiscation Proceedings following a conviction. On the 28th March 2024 Chelmsford Crown Court made a Confiscation Order of £22,305 against Stephen Bear, a television ‘reality star’, following his conviction for […]
12/04/24
