Criminal Solicitors in Leicestershire
News and Legal Insights
Welcome to our legal roundup! Stay informed with the latest developments in the courtroom as we delve into recent court cases that have captivated headlines. From groundbreaking decisions to high-profile trials, our coverage provides a concise and comprehensive overview of the legal landscape, ensuring you stay abreast of the most significant legal events.
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Client Reviews – What Our Clients Say
If you are searching for the best solicitors in Leicester, the best criminal solicitors, or top rated criminal defence lawyers Leicester, client reviews are often what give you confidence in who to instruct. At Sahota & Sahota Solicitors, our reputation has been...
Protecting a Section 10A Third-Party Interest in Confiscation Proceedings
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...
The Sentencing Act 2026: What You Need to Know
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 sentence, the date of...
Sahota & Sahota Solicitors achieve Lexcel Accreditation for 10 consecutive years
We are delighted to share that Sahota & Sahota Solicitors has successfully achieved re-accreditation with Lexcel, the Law Society’s prestigious quality mark for excellence in practice management and client care. This year marks a decade of Sahota & Sahota...
BBC Radio Leicester – Ben Jackson with Kally Sahota discussing Labour’s proposed reforms to jury trials
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 the interview...
Successful Outcome in Affray and Offensive Weapon Case at Aylesbury Crown Court
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. From the...
Exceptional Hardship Application Success
At Sahota & Sahota Solicitors, our specialist motoring offence solicitors in Leicester recently achieved an excellent result for a client who was at serious risk of losing his driving licence after reaching 12 penalty points within three years, also known as...
PWITS Class A and Class B Drugs – Suspended Sentence
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 people search for answers on what these offences mean,...
Offensive Weapon Charges Discontinued Following Defence Representations
Our criminal defence solicitors in Leicester successfully represented two clients (JS and SK) who faced allegations of selling offensive weapons and possessing offensive weapons in a private place, contrary to section 141 of the Criminal Justice Act 1988. Both...