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Is it illegal to protest for or against the Gaza conflict?

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In Brief Under UK law, protesting for or against the Gaza conflict is legal under the Human Rights Act 1998 , which protects freedom of expression and peaceful assembly. However, these rights are not absolute; protests become illegal if they involve hate...

Far Right Extremism - What charges can be brought?

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Have you been accused of far-right extremism (ERWT) or terrorism? JD Spicer Zeb Solicitors  can advise. We understand that criminal proceedings can have a devastating impact on the lives of defendants and their families. Our team of expert solicitors...

Cuckooing Crackdown: Home Secretary's Strategy

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Home Secretary James Cleverly has announced plans to introduce a new standalone offence which intends to crack down on the act of cuckooing. We explain what cuckooing is and what changes are due to be implemented in the following article. While we hope...

Paedophile Hunters and the Law

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Despite a general rise in awareness of paedophile hunters and the way they operate, there remains some confusion surrounding the law and what could happen if someone is subject to an accusation from a paedophile hunter. We discuss the law surrounding...

Police Powers of Seizure Guide

James O'Donnell
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Most people are aware that the police have certain powers to seize belongings as part of an investigation. However, not everyone is aware of what these powers actually involve and when the police are allowed to exercise them. In Brief UK police have...

What is an indictable offence?

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If you are due to appear at court for a criminal offence, the process that will be followed and the type of court you appear at will depend on whether the offence is considered ‘indictable only’, ‘summary only’, or ‘either...

What are the theft sentencing guidelines?

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Theft is defined in section 1 of the Theft Act 1968 as the “dishonest appropriation of property belonging to another with the intention to permanently deprive the other of it”. In more simple terms, theft involves the taking of someone...

Sentence for Harassment Without Violence

Danny Parkash
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Harassment without violence is a serious criminal offence. As such, it is important to understand the harassment without violence sentencing guidelines if you are facing a charge. Here, we explain the acts that amount to harassment without violence, what...