Two million motorists mistakenly driving without insurance
Millions of UK motorists have unwittingly driven without insurance, risking penalty points, a fine or a driving ban if caught by the police. Contact McSporrans today for expert legal advice on this subject.
Government investing to reduce reoffending
Funding has been awarded by the Scottish Government to 23 organisations working across Scotland to help break the cycle of reoffending. Contact McSporrans today for expert legal advice on this subject.
Government closes legal loophole
The Criminal Cases (Punishment and Review) (Scotland) Act came into force on 24th September, and closed a legal loophole which arose following the Appeal Court’s judgement in the case of Petch and Foye v. HMA. Contact McSporrans today for expert legal advice on that subject.
Police launch rape prevention campaign
The Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland (ACPOS) has launched a new campaign across Scotland to highlight recent changes to the law on rape. Contact McSporrans today for expert legal advice on this subject.
Police clamp down on mobile phone use by drivers
Scottish police have joined forces with the Traffic Commissioner to tackle the use of mobile phones by bus and lorry drivers. Contact McSporrans today for expert legal advice on this subject.
Tougher checks for sex offenders
All registered sex offenders in England and Wales now face much tougher checks. Contact McSporrans today for expert legal advice on this subject.
Key Scottish safety camera statistics
Scotland’s Chief Statistician has announced the release of Key Scottish Safety Camera Statistics 2011. Contact McSporrans today for expert legal advice on this subject.
Criminal contributions to legal aid
The Law Society of Scotland has raised serious concerns over the detail of new legislation which introduces financial contributions for many of those receiving criminal legal aid. Contact McSporrans today for expert legal advice on this subject.
Lowest number of homicides since 1983
Overall crime measured by the 2011/12 Crime Survey for England and Wales (CSEW, formerly the British Crime Survey) was unchanged from the previous year, according to the latest figures published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Contact McSporrans today for expert legal advice on this subject.
New penalties to tackle careless driving
Careless drivers will be targeted under new proposals announced for consultation by Road Safety Minister Mike Penning. Contact McSporrans today for expert legal advice on this subject.
