Law Society of Scotland launches Corroboration Defence
The Law Society of Scotland has launched a defence of the Scots law requirement of corroboration. For further information on corroboration of evidence, contact us on 0131 557 9151
Double Jeopardy in Scots Law – Why was Angus Sinclair tried twice?
McSporrans criminal solicitors’ latest news on all aspects of criminal & road traffic law. 37 years after their bodies were discovered in East Lothian, Angus Sinclair has been convicted of the rape and murder of Helen Scott and Christine Eadie at the High Court in Livingston. This was the first prosecution raised in Scotland following […]
Serious penalties for first time offenders in Scotland found in possession of a knife
If you need advice from our criminal lawyers on any of these knife crime issues, call us today on 0131 557 9151 (24hrs) for a free, no obligation discussion.
Bribery Act implemented with a self-reporting initiative for businesses
Replacing the current common law and century-old statutory provisions regarding bribery and corruption, The Bribery Act 2010 came into force on 1 July 2011. Contact McSporrans on 0131 557 9151 for advice on criminal law in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Police target speeding, seatbelt offences…and passengers in the car boot
ACPOS coordinated a campaign across Scotland on Friday 1 July 2011. Call us on 0131 557 9151 for a free initial consultation on road traffic defence law.
Lord Advocate asks UK Supreme Court to Clarify Criminal Law
Many criminal cases do still remain uncertain because of Cadder. Until these issues are clarified, you can get in touch with our expert criminal lawyers on 0131 557 9151 for a free initial consultation.
Nat Fraser Conviction Quashed by Court of Criminal Appeal in Edinburgh
The Court of Criminal Appeal in Edinburgh has, today on 8 June 2011, quashed Scottish man Nat Fraser’s conviction for murder. Call our criminal lawyers today on – 0131 557 9151
New Cold Case Unit for Scotland
The Lord Advocate has announced plans to create a new unit to assist the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service. Call 0131 557 9151 for criminal defence legal advice in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Nat Fraser Criminal Appeal Hearing Set For 8 June
An appeal hearing deciding on a potential retrial of Scottish businessman Nat Fraser convicted of murdering his wife has been adjourned until 8 June 2011. Phone McSporrans for Criminal Defence Advice.
Convicted Drug Dealers to Pay over £80,000
Further to our recent blog post regarding the grant of a Confiscation Order for £81,744.68 against a convicted Scottish criminal, the High Court in Edinburgh has granted further Confiscation Orders against two convicted drug dealers from Glasgow and Dunfermline. Contact McSporrans for advice on legal issues regarding misuse of drugs in Scotland.
