Stay ahead in the dynamic field of criminal law with our compelling 1-hour webinar, designed to provide legal professionals with critical updates on the latest Sentencing Council Guidelines.
In 2023, the Sentencing Council has introduced significant changes that will impact the way legal practitioners approach cases involving road traffic offences, witness intimidation, and perverting the course of justice.
This webinar delves into four pivotal guidelines that have been published, highlighting the nuances and essential amendments that legal professionals must understand to effectively assist clients, prosecute cases, or advise justices.
- Miscellaneous Amendments To Existing Guidelines (Effective from April 1, 2023): Explore the comprehensive amendments made to existing guidelines, focusing on the most impactful changes that are essential for your legal practice.
- New Guidelines on Road Traffic Offences (Effective from July 1, 2023): For the first time, receive in-depth analysis on guidelines related to driving with drugs above the permissible level and sentencing for causing serious injury by careless or inconsiderate driving—an offence introduced by the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022.
- Guidelines on Witness Intimidation (Effective from October 1, 2023): Gain insights into the new guidelines for witness intimidation cases, understanding the legal framework and implications for your case strategies.
- Guidelines on Perverting the Course of Justice (Effective from October 1, 2023): Learn about the updates on perverting the course of justice, equipping you with knowledge to navigate these cases with confidence.