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Anthony Edwards
OpinionDamage limitation for past misdeeds
Criminal Records, Privacy and the Criminal Justice System | Edward Jones, Jessica Jones
FeatureCriminal: General defences
In R v Riddell [2017] EWCA Crim 413 the court confirmed that self-defence can potentially be a defence to allegations of both dangerous and careless driving.
FeatureCriminal - statutory changes
The criminal law provisions of the Policing and Crime Act 2017 have been brought substantially into force and with unusual speed.
FeatureCriminal law: Sentencing guidelines
The Sentencing Council has issued a series of significant guidelines.
- Opinion
BOOK REVIEW: Interpreting Evidence: Evaluating Forensic Science in the Courtroom (2nd edition)
Both litigator and advocate may be pleased to turn to this book in an attempt to understand the real significance of expert evidence.
FeatureOffensive weapons, sentencing and costs
Changes to the law on weapons, sentencing and disqualification.
FeatureDrugs, dogs, curfews and costs
Changes to the law around psychoactive substances, dangerous dogs and legal aid travel costs.
OpinionEasy way round new bail limits
Policing and Criminal Justice Bill must do more to reduce uncertainty for suspects and victims.