Accused of Creating a Deepfake: What’s The Law?
The law around AI-generated intimate images, widely known as “deepfakes”, has changed significantly in 2026, and the consequences of being accused are now extremely serious. While the law once focused mainly on sharing intimate images, it now also reaches the creation of such images, including entirely artificial ones. If you are under investigation or have […]
Child Investigated at School: Parents’ Guide
Finding out that your child is being investigated by their school or college is frightening. You may be worried about their education, their future, their wellbeing, and what happens next, all at once. The most important thing to know is that what you do in the early stages really matters, and you do not have […]
Can You Go To Prison For Revenge Porn?
Could the court impose a prison sentence for Revenge Porn? – The short answer is yes, sharing intimate images of someone without their consent is a criminal offence in England and Wales, and a conviction can result in a prison sentence. But the reality is more nuanced than the headlines suggest, and the outcome depends […]
Do I Need a Solicitor When I Am Under Police Investigation?
Do I Need a Solicitor When I Am Under Police Investigation? – Finding out that you are under police investigation can be overwhelming. Whether you have been arrested, invited to attend a voluntary police interview or contacted by the police unexpectedly, it is natural to have questions about what happens next and whether you really […]
Court Delays And The Leveson Reforms
If you have been charged with a criminal offence, one of the hardest parts is the waiting. Court delays in England and Wales are at record levels, and proposed reforms could significantly change how cases like yours are handled in the future. Understanding what is happening and what it means for you can make the […]
Grooming Gang Cases Re-Opened: Your Questions Answered
Grooming gang cases re-opened, which means hundreds of people whose cases were no further actioned between 2010 and March 2025 face the possibility of re-arrest and even prosecution. A significant development has emerged in the ongoing scrutiny of historic grooming gang investigations, with a number of previously closed cases now being reopened following a comprehensive […]
Going to Court for a Sexual Offence in the UK: Step-by-Step Guide
Going to Court for a Sexual Offence in the UK. If you are facing a charge and are required to attend court for a sexual offence in the UK, the process can feel overwhelming and unfamiliar. Understanding how sexual offence cases progress through the criminal courts can help you prepare for what lies ahead and […]
Can You Be Charged With Domestic Abuse Offences Without Physical Violence?
Can You Be Charged Without Physical Violence in a Domestic Abuse Case? Can you be charged with domestic abuse without physical violence? Learn how coercive control, texts, social media evidence and witness statements can lead to prosecution in England and Wales. Many people are surprised to discover that they can be charged with domestic abuse […]
Should I Hand Over My Mobile Phone to the Police?
Should I hand over my mobile phone to the police? – a question our team are often asked by new enquiries, and a question our client’s are often faced with during their criminal case. Most often phones are seized to identify whether a particular person is downloading indecent images of children, communicating online with children, […]
Innocent Until Proven Guilty – The Reality of the Presumption of Innocence After Arrest
Innocent Until Proven Guilty: Does the Presumption of Innocence Survive an Arrest? The phrase “innocent until proven guilty” is one of the most fundamental principles of the English criminal justice system. It is a cornerstone of the rule of law and a safeguard designed to protect individuals against wrongful conviction and unjust treatment. In theory, […]