Criminal Law

Statement from Jeremy Moore: Levi Bellfield Trial

by Carter Moore June 27, 2011Press Releases

This statement is put out in response to the recent criticism of the conduct of the defence in the trial of Levi Bellfield ‘It is the cornerstone of our justice system that every defendant, however unpalatable, has the right to have his defence put, and to a fair trial.In order to ensure a fair trial [...]

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Milly Dowler Trial

by Carter Moore May 10, 2011Press Releases

The trial of Levi Bellfield commences at the Old Bailey today. Mr Bellfield, who is charged with the murder of Amanda “Milly” Dowler in 2001, is represented by Jeremy Moore of Carter Moore who has instructed Jeffrey Samuels QC and Philip Parry to defend him in court. Mr Bellfield has pleaded not guilty to all [...]

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CRB Enhanced Disclosure Report – Overturned

by Carter Moore September 17, 2010Criminal Law

Carter Moore Solicitors are inviting anyone adversely affected by a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) Enhanced Disclosure Report to contact them. In what is believed to be one of the first cases of its kind, Carter Moore has successfully applied to the High Court to have an incorrect CRB report struck out. Managing Partner Jeremy Moore [...]

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Drink Driving Legal Advice Can Be Invaluable

by Carter Moore May 11, 2010Motoring Solicitors

“The number of people arrested for drink driving shows little signs of reduction, and with recent news of celebrities being arrested for the offence we are constantly reminded of the impact that a conviction would have. The reality is that an allegation of driving with excess alcohol can be difficult for the Prosecution to prove [...]

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What is the Difference Between the Civil and Criminal Courts?

by Carter Moore April 29, 2010Criminal Law

Put simply, if you’re been charged with a crime (including most motoring offences), that is a matter for the criminal law court. If you are suing someone or being sued, for example in a personal injury claim, you are involved in a civil case. In the civil court, cases are decided by a judge alone. [...]

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What Happens in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

by Carter Moore April 27, 2010Criminal Law

The first thing to do if you’re planning on filing a civil lawsuit like a personal injury action is sit down with your lawyer (someone who specialises in that branch of criminal law) and thoroughly discuss the facts of the case. We have a dedicated personal team that will do this free of charge. You [...]

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A Few Pieces of Legal Jargon

by Carter Moore April 23, 2010Criminal Law

The legal system is full of technical terms and phrases. It often bewildering to outsiders and especially those who are encountering it for the first time. If you are looking for a criminal law solicitor, the chances are high that you’re pretty stressed and could use some help with the terminology. First of all, criminal [...]

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What are Very High Cost Cases?

by Carter Moore April 21, 2010Criminal Law

Carter More are members of the Very High Cost Cases (VHCC) panel of criminal solicitors. It’s quite a feather in our cap, so we thought we should say a little more about it. Being a panel member means we are allowed under the current regulations to provide legal aid to those involved in these cases, [...]

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Getting Legal Information from the Internet

by Carter Moore April 19, 2010Criminal Law

The internet is a fantastic source of information for all manner of topics, including criminal law. It is the encyclopaedia, the dictionary, the new service, and the ultimate reference book of the modern age. It’s constantly updating and being added to. Everything you need to know is there somewhere. There are hundreds of millions of [...]

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HGV and LGV Driving Offences

by Carter Moore April 15, 2010Motoring Offences

Commercial motoring offences are no less serious than personal ones, and can result in job losses, financial penalties on the company involved, and removal of vehicles from the road – something few trucking and logistics companies can afford. Especially when dealing with things like tachograph and maximum driving hours offences, finding expert motoring solicitors can [...]

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