Criminal Solicitors in Leicestershire
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County Lines, Modern Slavery and Child Trafficking
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 lines, modern...
What is a Pre-Sentence Report?
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 or District Judge/Magistrates in deciding...
Mortgage Fraud Solicitor
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...
Handling Stolen Goods – Expert Defence Solicitors
Handling stolen goods is a serious criminal offence in England and Wales, carrying significant legal consequences. If you are suspected of handling stolen property, particularly high-value items, it is essential to seek expert legal advice as soon as possible. At...
Joint Enterprise: Can You Be Convicted for Someone Else’s Crime?
What is Joint Enterprise? Joint enterprise is a complex area of criminal law that allows multiple people to be convicted for a crime even if they did not personally carry out the offence. Under this principle, a person can be held legally responsible for a crime...
Assisting an Offender: What You Need to Know
What is Assisting an Offender? Assisting an offender is a criminal offence under Section 4(1) of the Criminal Law Act 1967. It occurs when a person helps someone they know, or believe, has committed a criminal offence - often by hiding them, disposing of evidence, or...
Plea and Trial Preparation Hearing (PTPH) at the Crown Court
A Plea and Trial Preparation Hearing (PTPH) is a key stage in criminal proceedings at the Crown Court. It is the first hearing in the Crown Court after a case has been sent from the Magistrates’ Court. This hearing plays a crucial role in setting the course for how a...
How Long Can the Police Keep You in Custody? Your Rights Explained
Being taken into police custody can be a stressful and uncertain experience. One of the most common concerns for those detained - and their families - is how long they can legally be held before they must be released or charged. This article explains the time limits...
Supply of Drugs – What You Need to Know
If you are facing allegations of being concerned in the supply of drugs such as cocaine, cannabis, heroin, or amphetamines, you need expert legal representation. Even if no drugs are physically found in your possession, other evidence such as mobile phone evidence can...
Application to Dismiss in Criminal Cases: What You Need to Know
If you are facing criminal charges in the Crown Court, you may have the opportunity to make an application to dismiss. This legal procedure allows a defendant to challenge weak or insufficient evidence before a trial takes place. Successfully dismissing charges at an...