Sexual Offender Restriction Zones: New Rules From October 2026
The Government is introducing new restriction zones for certain serious sexual and violent offenders from October 2026. The new measures are intended to place much tighter controls on where some offenders can go after leaving prison. In some cases, offenders could be confined to a relatively small geographical area and monitored using GPS technology. The […]
The Stages of a Sexual Assault Case Explained
Few situations are as unsettling as learning that you are the subject of a sexual assault allegation. The process can feel slow and opaque, and for many people, the uncertainty is as difficult as anything else. Understanding what happens at each stage will not make the experience easy, but it does help you know what […]
Pre-Charge Representation Leads to No Further Action of Coercive and Controlling Behaviour and Rape Allegations
Pre-charge representation is paramount when someone is accused of serious criminal offences such as coercive and controlling behaviour and rape, the consequences can be devastating long before a case reaches court. An arrest, police investigation and bail conditions can have a profound impact on a person’s reputation, career, family life, finances and mental wellbeing. This […]
Bail Extensions in Sexual Offence Investigations: What You Need to Know
Being released on police bail following an interview under caution can be an unsettling experience. Many people assume that once the initial bail period expires, the investigation must come to an end. However, this is not always the case. In many sexual offence investigations, the police may decide that additional time is needed to complete […]
Will a Voyeurism Conviction Mean Prison?
If you have been accused of voyeurism, the first question on your mind is almost certainly whether you will go to prison. It is a fear that keeps people awake at night, affects their ability to work, and puts enormous strain on families. The honest answer in 2026 is that immediate imprisonment for voyeurism is […]
Falsely Accused of Domestic Violence?
Being falsely accused of domestic violence is one of the most frightening experiences anyone can face. Within hours of an allegation being made, you can find yourself arrested, removed from your own home, cut off from your children, and treated as guilty by people who once trusted you – all before a single piece of […]
Rape Conspiracy Explained: What is Conspiracy to Rape in UK Law?
Allegations of rape conspiracy are among the most serious offences investigated by the police and prosecuted in the criminal courts. Despite the gravity of the offence, many people are unfamiliar with what conspiracy to rape actually means or how someone can face criminal charges even where no rape has taken place. This guide explains the […]
What Happens After a Sexual Offence Allegation is Made?
Learning that you have been accused of a sexual offence is a life-altering moment. Whether the allegation relates to something said to have happened last week or decades ago, the process that follows is long, intrusive and frightening and most people facing it have never had any contact with the criminal justice system before. Understanding […]
Rape Prosecution: How the CPS’s New Victims’ Right to Review Process Could Change Decisions Not to Prosecute
Although much of the public discussion surrounding rape prosecution focuses on victims’ rights and access to justice, it is equally important to recognise that decisions to prosecute—or not to prosecute—must be made fairly, independently and in accordance with the law. Allegations of rape are among the most serious offences that can be investigated, carrying significant […]
What Is An Out of Court Disposal?
If you are under investigation, the police may offer to deal with the matter through an “out of court disposal” rather than charging you and sending the case to court. It can sound like the easy way out, a chance to put the whole thing behind you. But accepting one is an admission of guilt, […]