Mobile Phone Offences
If you are facing a penalty for using a mobile phone while driving, we can help. At The Robert Kerr Partnership, we specialise in defending individuals accused of using their mobile phone while driving. With our defence lawyers at The Robert Kerr Partnership, you gain access to seasoned road traffic offence solicitors experienced in navigating […]
What happens to a person who commits fraud?
Fraud is a serious offence in Scotland, encompassing a wide range of deceptive activities that aim to obtain financial or other benefits through dishonest means. In this article, we will delve into the legal aspects surrounding fraud in Scotland, exploring the investigative process, the role of the procurator fiscal, court proceedings, and the potential consequences […]
How many years do you get for murder UK?
One of the most frequently asked questions regarding murder cases in Scotland is, “How many years do you get for murder?” In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the legal aspects of murder sentencing in Scotland, exploring the various factors the courts consider and the potential duration of imprisonment. Understanding Murder and Culpable Homicide […]
What is the punishment for falsely accusing someone?
Accusing someone falsely of a crime, especially serious offences such as sexual crimes and historical sexual offences, is a grave matter. This blog explores the legal implications and charges that can be brought against individuals making false accusations, shedding light on the complex legal framework designed to uphold the integrity of the justice system in […]
Coronavirus Update
Please note that due to the ongoing issues with the spread of the COVID-19 virus we have now closed our office. Our teams continue to work from home and can be contacted on their individual email addresses and mobile numbers which can all be found on our website. We can also still be contacted 24 […]
New drug-driving limits to be introduced this month
Police Scotland’s preparations for the new roadside drug-driving test has been welcomed by Justice Secretary Humza Yousaf. According to Mr Yousaf, the new drug-drive limits, which will be introduced on 21 October 2019, means Scotland is ‘far ahead of anywhere else in the UK’. What are the existing laws surrounding drug-driving in Scotland? Currently, it is […]
Nearly half of all crimes in Scotland are motor vehicle offences
The latest statistical bulletin released on the 24th September revealed that motor vehicle offences accounted for 47 per cent of all offences recorded in Scotland during 2018/19. Despite this, there has been an eight per cent drop in the number of motor vehicle offences recorded since 2017/18 – from 127,015 to 117,015. These figures are also […]
Scotland experiences increase in cybercrime
There has been a 57 per cent rise in the number of ‘account takeover’ cases this year; where digital scammers have used emails, smartphone apps and texts to obtain personal data and take over people’s credit card accounts. The research, which was conducted by KPMG in their latest Fraud Barometer, also noted an increase in […]
First public consultation of its kind to ‘demystify’ Scotland’s sentencing process
The Scottish Sentencing Council will reveal how judges arrive at their sentencing decisions and will ask criminal justice organisations, charities, academics, and the wider public if they agree. This draft guideline, which aims to promote greater consistency in the sentencing process, is the second in a set of three general guidelines. The first, which outlined […]
Scheme launched in Aberdeen to clampdown on drug dealers
A pilot scheme has been launched in Aberdeen to clampdown on drug dealers exploiting people as suppliers, in what is known as “cuckooing”. After the success of initiatives like Operation Corner in Peterhead and Fraserburgh, Police Scotland are now trying to replicate the criminal strategy in Aberdeen. Cuckooing – where dealers commandeer homes of people […]