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Financial abuse is the illegal or improper use of an individual’s funds, property or assets. Financial abuse can also take place where an individual takes control of another’s financial affairs, either at the will of the individual or by lasting power of attorney, but uses that control to benefit themselves or others. In the latest… Continue reading Spotting Financial Abuse

If you are over 17 years of age, the easiest answer is that it could. These days, press reporting via social media can happen very quickly and it is often one of the things not thought about by those facing criminal proceedings. Youth Court Anyone aged 17 or under will generally first appear in the… Continue reading Will My Name Appear in Newspapers?

Following the Parole Board decision to release John Worboys, the taxi driver rapist, there has been a review of its functions, in particular, a review of Rule 25 of the Parole Board Rules 2016 that prevented the Parole Board disclosing any information relating to its hearings. That rule was found to be unlawful in a… Continue reading The Parole Board – A Period of Rapid Change

It is often said that there is no such thing as a dangerous dog, only a dangerous owner. While we often refer to ‘dangerous dogs’ in criminal law, the actual offences relate to dogs ‘dangerously out of control’. Section 10 of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 states that: ‘a dog shall be regarded as dangerously… Continue reading Dogs – Avoiding a Death Penalty

The Sentencing Council, which is the body responsible for setting sentencing guidelines in England and Wales, has published proposed new guidelines in respect to public order offences. What Offences Are Covered? The guidelines will apply to the following offences, all of which are to be found in the Public Order Act 1986: • Riot •… Continue reading Getting Tough on Public Disorder

Most people know that if you commit a criminal offence in the UK, the police will record details of that offence and any subsequent sentence so that it is revealed during any future PNC (Police National Computer) check. What about offending abroad, can that be kept a secret? The answer depends on where the offence… Continue reading What Happens in Rome, May Not Stay in Rome

It is common for officers at airports and other ports of entry to intercept people carrying controlled drugs in their luggage, clothing or inside their bodies on behalf of suppliers in foreign jurisdictions. The colloquial term for such people is ‘mule’. They may have been pressured into carrying the drugs or have done so for… Continue reading Drugs Importation

Everyone needs a good night’s sleep, however, if you are burdened by noisy neighbours, you may find it hard to relax in your own home. In the latest blog post by Broadbents Solicitors, we discuss regulations surrounding late night noise and potential steps you can take to remedy the situation. Late night hours are considered… Continue reading Noisy Neighbours Causing A Nuisance?