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Detention clock - suspect answers police bail and there is fresh evidence

Legal Q&A

 What is the position when a suspect answers police bail and there is fresh evidence?

Ruling regarding the offence of non-fatal strangulation

Case Law
 In the important case of R v Jones 2025, the Court of Appeal held that the plain meaning of section 75A of the Serious Crime Act 2015 is that it creates a single offence that can be committed by either intentional strangulation or an act constituting battery affecting the victim's breathing ability. 

Charging procedures - legal representation

Legal Q&A

 Can a custody sergeant refuse to allow a detained person's representative to be present while their client is charged and bail conditions imposed without the representative being given the opportunity to make representations in respect of these matters?

In the Spotlight

Welcome to our legal feature 'In the Spotlight'

Bringing focus to a legal topic, making your professional life simpler by:

  • Demystify complex legislation
  • Improve your legal knowledge
  • Evidence continuous personal development
  • Understand how to apply the law competently

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In the Spotlight