Service Category: Criminal Law
- Criminal Law
POCA: The Improper Use of Section 10 Assumptions
Defendants subjected to Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA) proceedings following a criminal conviction often find the process irrational and ...
- Criminal Law
Proceeds of Crime – The Difference Between Account Freezing Orders And Restraint Orders
In recent years, law enforcement agencies in England have increasingly relied on financial restrictions to disrupt criminal enterprises and recover ...
- Criminal Law
What Is Confiscation Under POCA?
Introduced to enhance the effectiveness of asset recovery in England and Wales, the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA) was designed to deter crime by ...
- Criminal Law
Cyber Flashing Offences: What You Need to Know
On 31st January 2024, a new criminal offence was introduced in England to address the issue of unsolicited explicit images, often referred to as ...
- Criminal Law
Askews Legal LLP Secures Favourable Outcome in POCA Proceedings
As we celebrate the official launch of our dedicated Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) Department, we are delighted to share a recent success story ...
- Criminal Law
FAQs on the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA)
1. What is the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA 2022)? The POCA 2022 is designed to recover assets obtained through criminal activities. POCA gives ...
- Criminal Law
Our New POCA Department
At Askews Legal LLP, we have always put meeting the needs of the local community in Coventry and Warwickshire first and foremost. Therefore, to run ...
- Criminal Law
Understanding the Role of a Criminal Barrister in England and Wales
The criminal justice system is a complex web of laws, procedures, and institutions designed to maintain law and order within society. At the ...
- Criminal Law
Seeking a Criminal Law Solicitor: What to Expect in Your Consultation
Poor Roy Cropper. The Coronation Street stalwart has faced plenty of challenges over the last three decades, including the death of his beloved wife, ...
- Family Law
Navigating Child Arrangements in Family Law: An Essential Guide for Parents
Child arrangements following a separation or divorce can be emotionally challenging for both parents and children. In English family law, the welfare ...