Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious offense, and the law provides police officers with certain powers designed to ensure road safety. So, if you are stopped by the police and asked to…
Social media: what content could see you breaking the law
With racist abuse on social media sadly hitting the headlines once again, here at Hutchinson Thomas, we look at what the ramifications are when individuals post something online that could potentially be unlawful. Marcus Rashford,…
Driving under the influence: the penalties you could face
Pubs, cafes and restaurants in Wales will close at 6pm from Friday 4 December 2020 and will be banned from serving alcohol, under new hard-line measures designed to curb the rise in COVID-19 infections. Though…
The controversy over consent forms to access digital data
It has recently been announced that the National Police Chiefs Council (NPCC) and Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) are introducing standardised consent forms in England and Wales to enable access to mobile phones and other electronic…
Reforms to criminal records scheme could help job seekers
The government will have to review the whole criminal records disclosure system for children and young people following a ruling by the Supreme Court earlier this year. Reforms to the system could mean the legal…
Imminent new penalties for texting whilst driving
Drivers caught using handheld mobile phones are to face much tougher penalties under new rules expected to come into force in 2017. Drivers can expect to receive up to six penalty points on their license…