All Criminal justice articles – Page 59
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NewsCriminal legal aid sector continues to shrink
Law Society says there may not be enough providers in 15 years' time.
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OpinionRaab’s task is simple: just fix a justice system in crisis
Even if the media saw his move as a demotion, the new lord chancellor should not.
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NewsFirm remains instructed to challenge 'temporary operating arrangements'
Criminal Bar Association says controversial model has not been implemented at any court yet.
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FeatureCriminal law roundup
Including assaulting an emergency worker, human trafficking and burglary.
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NewsManchester super court opens in battle against the backlog
Extension of existing courtroom will allow for trials with up to 12 defendants.
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OpinionFrom the courtroom to a practical guide on evidence
Evidence (6th edition) | Andrew L-T Choo
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NewsYemen: Barrister asks ICC to open 'war crimes' investigation
Application made despite 'key protagonists' not being parties to the Hague court.
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NewsSolicitor charged with contaminating supermarket food with blood
Leoaai Elghareeb appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court this afternoon.
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NewsTemporary operating hours: ‘the straw that will break the camel’s back’
Senior criminal defence practitioner tells legal aid lawyers she and many others are already absolutely exhausted.
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NewsAttorney general keen to raise awareness of sentencing powers
Government publishes data for outcomes of cases referred to Court of Appeal under Unduly Lenient Sentence scheme.
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NewsPolice investigation reveals legal aid struggles
Bail decision affected rape complainant's ability to obtain public funding for family law case.
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NewsBar warns of reliance on informal police sanctions
'There is a risk that out of court measures will be seen as a way to relieve pressure on the system,' says Bar Council.
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NewsCPS embarks on summer hiring spree
National campaign could exacerbate shortage of criminal defence lawyers.
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NewsTributes paid to 'long-term stalwart' of criminal defence community
Julian Young, admitted to the roll in 1977, was president of the West London Law Society.
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NewsSolicitor wins £10,000 social innovation prize
Sashy Nathan co-founded not-for-profit criminal defence firm Commons Legal.
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NewsLandmark sentencing guidelines issued for modern slavery
Experiment with 16 judges suggests courts have been inconsistent in their approach to offences under 2015 legislation.
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FeatureThe definition of ecocide
The Stop Ecocide Foundation’s expert drafting panel has released its definition of the crime.
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OpinionAt the cliff-edge of 17
A defendant appearing before the adult court for an offence allegedly committed while they were legally a child can have a serious impact on their future.
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NewsHMCTS denies plans to bring in weekend trials
Hundreds of solicitors and barristers have threatened boycotts after the resurrection of extended operating hours.