You have probably heard that the Crown Court has stopped all new trials from commencing. This is a rapidly changing situation and arrangements are subject to change at very short, or no notice. Trials in the Magistrates’ Court are still going ahead where possible. It is vital that unless you are told by either the […]

If you are bailed to attend court, or the police station, you must still attend unless you are unable to. If you are unwell or self isolating for good reason then you must inform the court. If you need our help with this we will be happy to help. It will remain in the discretion […]

Usmani King has implemented its plan to deal with the emerging crisis. We are please to say that we will continue to support those arrested, under investigation and appearing at court. How this is delivered will be different. For those under arrest or being investigated there will be no change. A member of the firm […]

Drivers using mobile phones seems to be on the up if our eyes are to be believed.  That is in spite of the points doubling from 3 to 6 earlier this month.  To put that level of endorsement into perspective a single offence would lead to the revocation of a new driver’s licence for a […]

The High Court has recently (12.10.16) had the opportunity of reviewing the circumstances in which the court can intervene in an investigation.  Whilst their conclusion was not a surprise it was a helpful confirmation and exposition of what we had understood the position to be. The judgement is peppered with expressions such as ‘very high […]