Common Defences to Historic Sexual Abuse Allegations
Historic sexual abuse allegations are among the most serious accusations a person can face. They are also among the most difficult to defend because they often involve events said to have taken place many years, or even decades, earlier. In these cases, memories can fade, witnesses may be hard to trace, and physical evidence may […]
Bail – How Many Times Can The Police Extend it?
Police Bail Extensions Sexual offence allegations and allegations of domestic abuse often lead to lengthy police investigations with the accused being subject to police bail conditions for months, sometimes years, subsequently this impacts the health of the accused, their relationships and in most cases their work. There is also a wider impact on family, friends […]
What Happens After a Sexual Offence Allegation is Made: A Breakdown of the Legal Process
Being accused of a sexual offence can be terrifying. Whether the allegation is true, false or somewhere in between, you have the right to understand what happens next. Here is a guide to the legal steps that follow sexual offence allegations. The Initial Allegation Sexual allegations are typically made by a report to the police, […]
Ten Things to Consider If You’re Facing a Rape Allegation
Falsely Accused of Rape Being falsely accused of rape is life-altering. The legal system presumes innocence until proven guilty, but this presumption is not as straight forward as it seems, and it may feel that you are fighting for your life when trying to defend yourself, a strong legal strategy is essential to ensuring a […]
Understanding Indecent Images: The Law, Offences and Defences
In the UK, allegations involving indecent images of children are taken extremely serious. Defending an indecent image allegation requires a thorough understanding of the relevant laws and how the potential defences may apply. It is crucial that if you are accused of an offence concerning indecent images of children that you understand what your options […]
My Child Has Been Arrested For a Sexual Offence – What Happens Next?
It is becoming more common for children to be arrested and placed under investigation for sexual offences including rape, indecent image offences, and threatening to disclose private photographs. If your child has been arrested it can be an extremely worrying time, ensuring they are protected is paramount. Arrests in Youth Sexual Offence Cases A child […]
Psychological Support for Those on Bail for Sexual Offences: Navigating the Mental Health Challenges
Sexual Offences and Mental Health We have been working closely with Dr Jenny Hopton of Forensic Psychology Clinic with a focus to ensuring we are providing our clients who are under police investigation with the correct guidance and support when it comes to their mental health. A police investigation is often described as the most […]
Sexual Offending and Live Facial Recognition Technology
Sexual Offending and Being Identified As we become a world that is heavily reliant on technology it is only right that law enforcement keep up to date with advancements and tailor their methods to suit the society in which we will live. However, there are clear dangers to the use of technology particularly when police […]
Eventum Legal – A Year in Review
Eventum Legal is celebrating its first-year anniversary and all of the success our team have achieved; servicing over 200 clients, putting parent’s back with their children, supporting families at the most difficult times, ensuring fair investigations, justice and the right results. Whilst doing so we have achieved in excess of 50 five star reviews – […]
What Is A Sexual Harm Prevention Order?
Understanding SHPOs and Their Impact Under UK Law A Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) is a crucial legal tool in the UK’s ongoing efforts to protect the public, or a particular group of the public from sexual offences. At Eventum Legal, we understand that such orders can have huge effects on a person’s life, career […]