First UK Conviction Under Section 184 Online Safety Act: Understanding The Affects On The Accused
In a landmark ruling at Manchester Crown Court, Karl Davies has become the first person in the United Kingdom to be convicted under Section 184 of the Online Safety Act 2023 for encouraging a child to seriously self‑harm amongst other offences such as grooming with the intention to meet, sexual assault of a child, and possession of […]
What Will Happen If I Am Convicted of a Sexual Offence? Legal Consequences and What to do Next
A conviction for a sexual offence can have life-altering consequences. If you or someone you know is facing such a situation, understanding what to expect—and how to respond—is crucial. Being accused of a sexual offence leaves the accused person with many questions; why me? why now? how can they prove it? and what happens if […]
How Do The Police Apply For A Sexual Risk Order?
A Sexual Risk Order (SRO) is a civil order made under Part 2 of the Sexual Offences Act 2003. It is designed to protect the public from individuals who are believed to pose a risk of sexual harm, even where no sexual offence has been proven in court. These orders are preventative rather than punitive, […]
Non-Fatal Strangulation in Teenage Relationships
In July 2025, The Guardian reported a concerning rise in choking during sex amongst teenagers. The article titled ‘There is no safe way to do it’, shows expert warnings that many young people are imitating violent behaviours seen in mainstream pornography, often without having a full understanding of the physical dangers or legal consequences. At […]
Hung Jury – What Does it Mean in a Sexual Offence Case?
A hung jury refers to a situation in a criminal trial where a jury cannot agree, to the required standard, a verdict of guilty or not guilty. In can be very common in cases concerning sexual allegations for the jury not to be sure of a person’s guilt, and struggle to agree on a definite […]
How Do the Police Find Out About Indecent Images?
How do the police find out if a person has downloaded or viewed indecent images of children? If you have experienced “the knock” at the door, or you are worried of what is to come, you may be wondering what to do, how did the police link any download to you, and what should you […]
Understand Non-Fatal Strangulation As Charges Reach Record High
Non-Fatal Strangulation Under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 – Understanding the offence In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the seriousness of non-fatal strangulation and suffocation in the context of domestic abuse. Section 70 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 marked a significant milestone by introducing a standalone offence of strangulation or […]
Can I appeal my conviction after pleading guilty? – Your legal options explained
Appealing a guilty plea – pleading guilty might feel like the end of the road — but in many cases, it’s not. You might have walked out of the courtroom thinking, What have I done? Maybe you felt pressured. Maybe you didn’t fully understand the charge or the consequences. Perhaps you didn’t get proper legal […]
Domestic Abuse Allegation Defence Lawyers | Case Study – Charges Dropped
At Eventum Legal, we understand how serious and sensitive these allegations are. This case study demonstrates how careful preparation and strategic defence resulted in the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) withdrawing charges against our client before trial. If you have been accused of domestic abuse, physical assault, or coercive behaviour, seeking experienced legal representation early can […]
Police Interviews and Historic Sexual Abuse Allegations
What Is a Police Interview? A police interview is a formal process used to gather information from a person who may be a suspect, witness, or someone connected to a criminal investigation. In the context of historic sexual abuse allegations, these interviews can be particularly challenging because the events in question may have happened years […]