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Overview of E-scooter trials

Legal Article

 In July 2020, the Department for Transport (DfT) made regulations allowing trials of rental e-scooters. There are currently 18 live trials across England and they are due to end on 31 May 2028. The trials will ultimately guide the final decision as to whether the use of e-scooters will be lawful on our roads and if so, what legislation is needed to bring the change about. This article, written by PNLD’s traffic law consultant, Christopher Smith, provides an overview of the rules, legislation changes and offences that apply to e-scooters.

Changing the colour of an imitation firearm

Legal Q&A


 An airsoft pistol has been found in a private address. It was originally 50% orange in colour. The owner has sprayed the pistol black giving it the appearance of a realistic imitation firearm. Have they committed any offences?

Appeal of restraint orders made under section 41 Proceeds of Crime Act 2002

Case Law
 In the case of R v Hargreaves 2026, the application to appeal against restraint orders made under section 41 POCA 2002 was dismissed where the Judge had properly exercised discretion by holding that there was no entitlement to determine issue of tainted gifts in advance, this was best determined at the enforcement stage.

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