Procedures

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A pale imitation of justice

An increasing inequality of arms and a 'pot luck' approach to supporting unrepresented defendants is putting the integrity of the justice system at risk, says Penelope Gibbs

From the Archive - May 30, 1896

The inequality of sentences

Deepcut verdict a 'setback' in fight against sexual abuse in the armed forces

Scope of inquest too narrow to 'shine a light on the real issues', says military claims lawyer

Have we missed the reintroduction of 'peine forte et dure' in the criminal courts?

The purpose of admissions is being manipulated to the prosecution's benefit. John Cooper QC writes

Claimant firms must prepare for the long haul

Understanding how litigation strategies affect cash flow will allow claimant firms to hold their nerve in the face of obstructive defendant tactics, advises Matthew Gwynne

Judge refuses CPS appeal against protester acquittals

Application 'significantly' and 'repeatedly' misrepresents court's judgment, says district judge

White collar prosecutions up for first time in five years

Over 600,000 fraud reports in same period but only a 1 per cent increase in prosecutions recorded

SFO's 'blockbuster funding' called into question

White collar crime agency could provide better value for money, report finds