United Kingdom: Criminal Law

Probate fraud encompasses various forms of dishonest conduct involving wills, estates, and inheritance processes. From forged documents and executor misconduct to concealed assets and manipulated beneficiaries, understanding the warning signs and available legal remedies is essential for protecting estates and preserving rightful inheritances.

Commercial contracts are often negotiated over various emails, calls, pitch documents, forecasts and informal assurances. What happens if, after signing a contract, you discover that something important you were told during negotiations was wrong?

Ofcom's draft Fraudulent Advertising Codes propose nearly 40 measures that large platforms and search services must implement to prevent UK users from encountering paid-for fraudulent adverts. The codes establish a layered "safety by design" approach spanning governance, advertiser integrity, moderation, reporting and transparency requirements. With potential fines reaching £18m or 10% of qualifying worldwide revenue, platforms face significant compliance obligations across onboarding, account security

The Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) 2002 is a piece of legislation that is designed to strip those who have been convicted or pleaded guilty to certain criminal offences of their 'ill-gotten' gains. For those who are convicted of offences in which they are considered to have 'benefited' from their particular criminal conduct, confiscation proceedings will likely be pursued

False accounting allegations arise when financial records are deliberately altered or used to mislead, but not every accounting error constitutes criminal conduct. Understanding the distinction between mistakes and criminal false accounting requires examining who was responsible, what they knew, and whether there was dishonesty with intent to gain or cause loss.

VAT fraud investigations can lead to criminal prosecution, significant financial liabilities, and serious reputational damage for businesses and individuals. Our fraud and criminal defence solicitors advise clients facing HMRC VAT fraud investigations, from early-stage enquiries through to trial, helping establish what HMRC is alleging and developing defence strategies before positions become entrenched.

The Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) 2002 is a piece of legislation that is designed to strip those who have been convicted or pleaded guilty to certain criminal offences of their 'ill-gotten' gains. For those who are convicted of offences in which they are considered to have 'benefited' from their particular criminal conduct, confiscation proceedings will likely be pursued

A woman of previous good character faced imprisonment after causing serious injury through dangerous driving on a dual carriageway, with no memory of the collision itself. Despite the severity of the injuries caused and the risk of a custodial sentence, comprehensive mitigation evidence—including her remorse, exemplary driving record, personal injuries sustained, and participation in a clinical trial to help other collision victims—persuaded the judge to impose a community order instead.

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