Tag: magistrates’ court
UK Law Explains Either Way Offences: 10 Key Facts
Nearly 20% of criminal cases in England and Wales fall under a unique category known as "either way offences." This legal designation allows prosecutors...
UK Summary Offences: 6-Month Jail Terms for Less Serious Crimes
Nearly 1.5 million criminal cases in England and Wales are classified as summary offences each year, accounting for over 95% of all prosecutions. These...