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Key Facts Regarding Drink Driving

There are very clear legal limits when it comes to driving after consuming alcohol. During autumn and winter, there are many celebrations, including Halloween, bonfire night, Christmas and new year, meaning more parties and events and more opportunities to drink alcohol. For our latest post, we take a look at key facts regarding drink driving… Continue reading Key Facts Regarding Drink Driving

Divorce and Children

When going through a divorce, you have a lot of things to consider, which can heighten the stress of the situation. Something that becomes a common worry for parents is the impact of the divorce on their children. Coming to an agreement on arrangements for any children in question must be done. In the event… Continue reading Divorce and Children

When a Tennant Breaches a Lease

Most of the time, landlords and tenants will not encounter any issues. However, there are some circumstances when a breach of the lease results in tensions arising. In the latest post from Broadbents Solicitors, we take a look into this topic. What is a Lease? A lease is a contract that is made between a… Continue reading When a Tennant Breaches a Lease

Acid Attacks – New Laws in Force

After a recent spate of assaults involving the use of acids and other corrosive substances, the government has acted to try and curb their use. At the present time, around 15 offences per week involve the use of acid and other similar substances. In January 2018, the Home Office announced a voluntary agreement with a… Continue reading Acid Attacks – New Laws in Force

Using Your Phone Whilst Driving

Using your phone whilst driving is dangerous, but many people still say they are unclear in what situation a mobile can be used. Broadbents Solicitors discusses this topic further and clarify common misconceptions around this area of the law. The law states very clearly that it is illegal to hold a phone or a sat… Continue reading Using Your Phone Whilst Driving

What Happens in Rome, May Not Stay in Rome

Most people know that if you commit a criminal offence in the UK, the police will record details of that offence and any subsequent sentence so that it is revealed during any future PNC (Police National Computer) check. What about offending abroad, can that be kept a secret? The answer depends on where the offence… Continue reading What Happens in Rome, May Not Stay in Rome

Drugs Importation

It is common for officers at airports and other ports of entry to intercept people carrying controlled drugs in their luggage, clothing or inside their bodies on behalf of suppliers in foreign jurisdictions. The colloquial term for such people is ‘mule’. They may have been pressured into carrying the drugs or have done so for… Continue reading Drugs Importation

Hillsborough Prosecutions

A former senior police officer, David Duckenfield, who was in charge on the day of the Hillsborough disaster, will this week find out whether prosecution proceedings against him can continue. Prosecutions against others allegedly involved in the Hillsborough tragedy began in July 2017, but Duckenfield’s case is different as earlier proceedings against him were stayed… Continue reading Hillsborough Prosecutions

Noisy Neighbours Causing A Nuisance?

Everyone needs a good night’s sleep, however, if you are burdened by noisy neighbours, you may find it hard to relax in your own home. In the latest blog post by Broadbents Solicitors, we discuss regulations surrounding late night noise and potential steps you can take to remedy the situation. Late night hours are considered… Continue reading Noisy Neighbours Causing A Nuisance?

Knife Crime – Sentencing Changes

Knife crime is very much on the political agenda, with a number of stabbings having taken place over the last few weeks, resulting in deaths and injury, and no doubt the loss of liberty in due course for those responsible. Attention is now focussed on using deterrent sentences to discourage knife possession. The Sentencing Council,… Continue reading Knife Crime – Sentencing Changes