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The latest versions of the Criminal Procedure Rules and of the Criminal Practice Directions made by the Lord Chief Justice.
Hundreds of innocent sub-postmasters wrongly convicted as a result of the Horizon scandal will have convictions quashed following landmark legislation introduced today [Wednesday 13 March].
The action plan in response to the thematic inspection of work with men convicted of sexual offences by HMI Probation Inspection.
What happens if you're charged with a crime. Find out about the hearing, when you can be released on bail and being put in custody (on remand).
Extradition processes and agreements between the UK and other countries, role of the Secretary of State, High Court and Supreme Court.
How to challenge a decision by a magistrates' court. Including how to get a fine reviewed, if you did not know about your case, how to appeal to the Crown Court.
You could get penalty points (endorsements) on your driving record if you're convicted of a motoring offence
This research explores the experiences of men who have committed sexual offences and subsequently reoffended after participating in SOTP.
The UK Government has announced that every Postmaster who was wrongfully convicted and has had their conviction overturned as it was reliant on Horizon evidence will be offered £600,000 in compensation.
The different types of court - magistrates' court, Crown Court and youth court - the crimes they deal with and the level of sentences they can give.
The convictions you must declare when you apply for a permit for waste activities or installations.
Immigration staff guidance on managing convicted, non-detained foreign nationals who are about to be deported.
This guide provides information about being arrested in Germany and what conditions are like in prison there.
Guidance for individuals about automatic disqualification rules, what to do if you become disqualified and how to apply for a waiver.
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