Sahota & Sahota Solicitors represented a man charged following the discovery of a cannabis cultivation site in Leicester containing 1,102 plants. The police estimated the plants’ minimum street value at £771,000. Our client was one of three Albanian men

Sahota & Sahota Solicitors are delighted to report a significant defence success following a lengthy trial at Leicester Crown Court (June 2026). We represented a 19-year-old man of previous good character who faced 16 serious counts arising from allegations

Sahota & Sahota Solicitors has been featured in The Independent, with our Director, Kally Sahota, providing comments on the proposed reforms to homicide law in England and Wales. The proposals consider introducing first and second degree murder offences and

Sahota & Sahota Solicitors have secured an excellent result for our client after the prosecution offered no evidence in a serious Class A drugs supply case. Our client faced allegations relating to the supply of Class A drugs, namely

Sahota & Sahota Solicitors secured suspended sentences for two separate clients facing serious Class A drug supply offences at Northampton Crown Court and Nottingham Crown Court during the week 1st June 2026. Both clients faced the real prospect of

Sahota & Sahota Solicitors recently secured an acquittal for a client facing serious drug offences at Leicester Crown Court after the Crown Prosecution Service ultimately offered no evidence. The client had been charged with: The allegations arose following a

Sahota & Sahota Solicitors recently secured the acquittal of a client following a lengthy and highly complex 44-day trial at Derby Crown Court involving allegations of large-scale organised cocaine trafficking. The case involved a substantial multi-handed prosecution brought by

Sahota & Sahota Solicitors Secures Discharge of Multi-Million Pound Account Freezing Orders for Travel Business Sahota & Sahota Solicitors is pleased to announce a successful outcome in a case brought by HM Revenue & Customs, in which the firm

The Sentencing Act 2026 introduces important changes to the Bail Act 1976, particularly around how courts decide whether a defendant should be granted bail or remanded in custody. These reforms are part of a wider government strategy to reduce

Sahota & Sahota Solicitors successfully protected a client’s financial interest in her family home during confiscation proceedings brought against her partner. Although the couple had undergone a marriage ceremony, the union was not legally recognised in England and Wales,

The Sentencing Act 2026 introduces important changes to suspended sentence orders. These changes are expected to take effect from 22 March 2026 and will affect how courts approach short custodial sentences. If you or a family member is facing

Kally Sahota, Solicitor and Director at Sahota & Sahota Solicitors, appeared on BBC Radio Leicester today to discuss the proposed Labour reforms announced by David Lammy in his capacity as Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice. During

We recently acted for a client who faced serious allegations of affray and possession of an offensive weapon following a large-scale disorder outside a nightclub in Milton Keynes. The case involved CCTV footage, multiple witnesses and a lengthy investigation.

Being charged with possession with intent to supply Class A drugs (such as cocaine or heroin) or Class B drugs (such as cannabis) is one of the most serious drug offences under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971. Many

Our serious criminal defence solicitors recently represented a client (KB) at Portsmouth Crown Court charged with a numerous Class A drug supply offences. The matter came to us through a referral from a previous client, reflecting the trust placed

The Court of Appeal has reduced several sentences imposed following the tragic deaths of Saqib Hussain and Hashim Ijazuddin, who died in a crash on the A46 in Leicestershire in February 2022. The appeal, heard before Lord Justice Warby,

The Courts can get it wrong. If you believe the sentence you, or your family member, received in the Crown Court was too harsh or unfair, you may have the right to appeal to the Court of Appeal (Criminal

If you’re represented under legal aid, changing solicitors is not as straightforward as it is for privately funded clients. Because legal aid is public money, any change must be approved by the Court or the Legal Aid Agency (LAA).

Are you under investigation or facing charges for conspiracy to steal or conspiracy to burgle? These are serious criminal allegations that often involve complex evidence, covert police operations and multi-handed proceedings. If convicted, you could face a significant prison

A shocking incident unfolded on Sunday 26th May 2025 during Liverpool Football Club’s Premier League victory parade. A vehicle reportedly drove into a crowd gathered on Water Street, injuring 79 people, including a nine-year-old child. Merseyside Police have today

Allegations involving tax evasion, HMRC investigations, and false accounting are not only stressful; they can also lead to severe financial and reputational damage, criminal charges, and even prison sentences. At Sahota & Sahota Solicitors, we have extensive experience defending

At Sahota & Sahota Solicitors, our experienced Investigations Team has secured a successful result for a client accused of evading duty on a large-scale consignment of cigarettes. After more than two and a half years under the spotlight of

In England and Wales, affray is a serious public order offence under the Public Order Act 1986. It involves the use or threat of unlawful violence that would cause a person of reasonable firmness present at the scene to

We recently achieved a successful outcome in a high-value fraud case heard at Warwick Crown Court, where the prosecution formally discontinued proceedings against our client. Our client had been charged with acquiring criminal property, contrary to section 329(1) of

In England and Wales, the production of cannabis is a serious criminal offence under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971. Whether on a small or large scale, being involved in the cultivation or production of cannabis plants can lead

In England and Wales, violent disorder is a serious public order offence under the Public Order Act 1986. It involves three or more people using or threatening unlawful violence in a way that would cause a person of reasonable

In England and Wales, criminal offences are divided into three categories based on their seriousness: summary only, indictable only, and either-way offences. Understanding the differences between these categories is important if you or a loved one are facing criminal

In recent years, the criminal justice system has seen a significant shift in how drug offences – particularly those involving young or vulnerable individuals – are investigated and prosecuted. Central to this shift is the growing recognition of county

If you’ve pleaded guilty to a criminal offence or have been found guilty after trial, the next stage in your case may involve a Pre-Sentence Report (PSR). This report is prepared by the Probation Service to assist the Judge

Mortgage fraud is a serious criminal offence carrying severe penalties, including imprisonment and financial consequences. If you or someone you know is under investigation for mortgage fraud, seeking expert legal representation is crucial. At Sahota & Sahota Solicitors, we