News and legal insights from the Burton Copeland team

6th October 2023

Staff choose two new charities for fundraising in 2023/2024

This year we decided to give staff the opportunity to nominate charities and then to all vote for their favorites. In total 12 charities were nominated but when the naminations were delivered to staff and the votes were counted there were two clear winners, so we decided to choose them both.

11th July 2023

Conspiracy Charges: What it Means and What to Do if You Are Accused

A conspiracy charge is a criminal offence when two or more individuals come together and plan to carry out an action or actions that will inevitably involve committing a crime. The offence is the agreement itself, so even if the action is not illegal, you can still be arrested or convicted of a conspiracy offence,…

5th May 2023

What are the Sentencing Guidelines for GBH?

When charged with GBH, it is a very serious matter that can carry significant penalties if found guilty. Here we share the sentencing guidelines for GBH.

11th April 2023

Sexual offences logged by police in England and Wales hit record high

Sexual offences in England and Wales have hit a record high, increasing by more than a fifth compared to pre-pandemic levels.

17th March 2023

What Evidence Does The CPS Need To Charge Someone?

This article aims to clarify the role of the CPS, the implications of being charged, and the minimum amount of evidence required for the CPS to pursue a charge. We also delve into the factors that influence the charging decision.

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