The impact of Coronavirus, part 1: trial by jury during a pandemic
Covid 19: the current situation is so fast moving that anything written will almost inevitably be out of date by the time it is typed. However, following the effective “lock...
Runaway companies: prosecuting a company in its absence
The jurisdiction to prosecute an individual in his or her absence is well established: the court must not proceed unless it is satisfied that the defendant has waived the right...
Flexible operating hours: HMCTS pilot scheme
Her Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service (“HMCTS”) has announced a pilot scheme to extend court sitting times at criminal and civil courts around the country. (more…)