by Zoe Towlson | May 2, 2023 | Churchers News, criminal-defence
We all hear the news about “County lines” drug supply networks, about children and young people being forced to supply drugs by criminal gangs. It is real, and it is happening in our area. If your child is arrested then the first thing to do as ask for free and...
by Sam Diment | Jan 6, 2023 | Churchers News, criminal-defence
It can be difficult and emotive to discuss allegations of assault, but they do happen and cause a lot of hurt and distress. The first step is always to ask for legal representation from the very beginning. Once an allegation is made, the police are rightly bound to...
by Sam Diment | Nov 29, 2022 | Churchers News, criminal-defence
If you are in the armed forces, criminal and disciplinary proceedings can be very confusing. An easy comparison can be made between cases dealt with in the civil criminal courts and how they are dealt with in the armed forces. If you are accused of a criminal offence...
by Sam Diment | Nov 21, 2022 | Churchers News, criminal-defence
Most people are aware that you are allowed to use force to protect yourself or another person, to protect property, to prevent crime, or to assist in a lawful arrest. However, this does not mean that you can act in a way that seems extreme given the circumstances. For...
by Sam Diment | Oct 24, 2022 | Churchers News, criminal-defence, Road-traffic-offences Team
E-scooters are quickly rising in popularity, but before you use one it is important you understand the laws on their use or you could find yourself needing our help. If you own an e-scooter, it can only be used on private land. The only time an e-scooter can be used...
by Sam Diment | Aug 24, 2022 | Churchers News, criminal-defence
If the police have asked you to attend the police station you might be feeling a bit worried and wondering what your options and rights are. Firstly, although it is a ‘voluntary’ interview, it is probably not in your interests to simply refuse to attend at all. You...