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Serious and complex crime
Judicial Review in Criminal Law (UK): Challenging Decisions by Public Authorities
Judicial review is a legal process used to challenge unlawful decisions made by public authorities. In the context of criminal…
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Fraud and financial crime
Tinder Fraud in the UK: Criminal Charges, Investigations and Convictions
Online dating platforms have transformed how people meet and form relationships. However, these platforms can also be exploited for criminal…
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Serious and complex crime
Do You Have to Give Police Your Phone Password in the UK?
Mobile phones often contain large amounts of personal data, including messages, photographs, social media activity and location history. During a…
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Fraud and financial crime
Seized Cash Court Order UK: How Police Obtain Cash Forfeiture Orders
When police or border officers discover large sums of cash, they may suspect the money is connected to criminal activity.…
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Serious and complex crime
Diminished Responsibility Defence in UK Murder Cases
When someone is accused of murder, the consequences can be life-changing. However, the law recognises that in some cases a…
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Fraud and financial crime
Counterfeit Goods Sentencing Guidelines in the UK
Selling or distributing counterfeit goods is a serious criminal offence in England and Wales. Businesses and individuals accused of dealing…
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Serious and complex crime
What Is the Difference Between Murder and Manslaughter in the UK?
In UK criminal law, murder and manslaughter are both forms of unlawful killing, but they are treated very differently by…
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Fraud and financial crime
How to Delete Police Records in the UK
Police records can have long-term consequences. Even where a person has not been convicted of an offence, records relating to…
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Serious and complex crime
Can You Be Charged With Murder Under Joint Enterprise in the UK?
Joint enterprise is a legal doctrine in criminal law that allows more than one person to be held responsible for…
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Fraud and financial crime
Fraud Sentencing in the UK: How Fraud Sentences Can Be Reduced
Fraud offences are treated seriously by the courts in England and Wales. A conviction for fraud can result in significant…
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Serious and complex crime
Can Police Search Your House in the UK?
If the police arrive at your home and say they need to search your property, it can be a stressful…
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Fraud and financial crime
Unexplained Wealth Orders (UWO) in the UK: Legal Advice and Defence
Unexplained Wealth Orders (UWOs) are a powerful legal tool used by enforcement authorities in the UK to investigate assets that…
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