DBS checks are part of the pre-employment screening process. When you apply for a job, your prospective employer will run a DBS check, which reviews your criminal history. This is one of the ways to promote safeguarding in employment.
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As a professional, you’re aware that your actions should always be above board. Most professionals are careful to stay within the law, and uphold their reputation.
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Drug driving is a serious offense in the UK and is treated with the same gravity as driving under the influence of alcohol. Unlike alcohol, driving under the influence of drugs can cause some confusion because of the different types of drugs, the potency of individual drugs, and the fact that many people are medically prescribed drugs that are safe to drive on.
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Insurance fraud is a serious crime for which there are significant consequences. These can follow you for the rest of your life, even if you didn’t intend to cause harm.
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A criminal solicitor costs between £350 per hour and £500 per hour.
But that doesn’t necessarily tell you the whole story. How much your case ends up costing depends on the complexity of the case, and how long it lasts.
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If you’ve never instructed a solicitor before, it can be hard to decide which solicitor is the best person for your case.
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When you’re found guilty of an offence, the judge or magistrate will give you a sentence for the crime your committed.
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Driving offences come in many shapes and forms. From the relatively minor offences like speeding, and parking fines, to the more serious offences like driving under the influence of drink or drugs, or dangerous driving.
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Being accused of a crime that you didn’t commit is a stressful experience for anyone. You’d hope that the justice system would prevail and that the truth will come to light through the process. In some cases it does. But as we’ve seen with the Post Office Horizon scandal, sometimes false accusations end up in unfair criminal prosecutions.
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Being arrested is an understandably daunting experience that can be lessened by knowing your rights. In England, we are extremely fortunate to have access to a legal system that allows autonomy, even following arrest, but understanding the rights you have can be key to building your defence and ensuring you are treated fairly whilst in police custody.
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‘Joint enterprise’ is a legal concept that means that people who helped in a crime in some way can be liable in the same way as if they had actually committed the crime.
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In January 2023, the Government announced a crackdown against organised criminal gangs. In the latest concentrated operation, over 1,800 people were arrested to stifle the cross-border drugs supply in the UK.
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A criminal conspiracy is an agreement between people to carry out a criminal act.
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Intent is defined not by the consequence of an action but by the desired outcome of the action.
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As Harewood Law, we are often asked if intoxication can be used as a defence, but the answer always lies in the nuance of the case, the nature of the crime, and the intent of the defendant.
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The regulations that surround its admissibility in court is a topic in which Harewood Law is well informed, and we know exactly when hearsay evidence can be used to aid your defence.
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Tax evasion is basically lying to His Majesty’s Revenue & Customs (HMRC) about your income to avoid paying the full amount of tax that you owe.
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Since 2017 the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has had the power to forfeit money in bank accounts through Account Forfeiture Orders.
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Legal expenses insurance is a crucial asset for individuals grappling with the complex legal issues and extensive fees that occur when an unexpected legal matter arises.
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