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How and when to use out-of-court disposals. The informal and formal options as well as the decision-making process. It also covers how to respond to issues such as non-engagement. It explains the Child Gravity Matrix and who to involve, including...
When you can share information about your case, what you can share and what to do if someone else shares information.
What being in 'contempt of court' means, who can be in contempt of court, what the consequences are, how to report it, how to avoid it on social media (such as Twitter and Facebook).
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Find legal advice to solve legal problems out of court: solicitors, pro bono lawyers, barristers, mediators and legal aid.
How to use the Administrative Court, part of the High Court which can hear cases about judicial reviews, statutory appeals and extradition.
Guidance on broadcasting sentencing hearings by the media and the Crown court (Recording and Broadcasting) Order 2020.
Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Wright on 28 March 2024.
Information about the benefits of civil mediation and how to find a mediator.
MOJ evaluation of findings from an England and Wales pilot (2014 to 15) for a simplified adult out of court disposals framework used by 3 police force areas.
You have the right to speak for yourself in court without a solicitor or legal professional - where to get help with papers and procedures
Explanation of legal phrases used in the Civil Procedure Rules.
Apply for a payment out of Court Funds Office paid in by a defendant to settle a court case
How to start a case in the King’s Bench, part of the High Court which deals with claims such as personal injury, libel and contract law.
Landlords need to follow certain procedures when evicting tenants - find out about eviction notices, harassment and illegal evictions, and going to court
Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge on 2024.
The latest versions of the Criminal Procedure Rules and of the Criminal Practice Directions made by the Lord Chief Justice.
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