At what age can a person be criminalised?
The age of criminal responsibility in England and Wales is 10 years old. This is much lower than other countries. For example, the age of criminal responsibility is 14 years... Read more
Is it best to represent yourself or instruct a solicitor in relation to motoring matters?
Many people receive paperwork through the post having allegedly committed a road traffic offence such as speeding and do not know how to deal with it. We can assist you.... Read more
Victimless Prosecutions
Recent tragic news has highlighted the Crown Prosecution’s pursuit of so called victimless prosecutions. But what is a victimless prosecution? It is a case either at the police station or... Read more
Released Under Investigation
When accused persons are interviewed at the police station they can be released no further action, bailed for further enquiries to be made, released under investigation or charged and bailed... Read more
6th December 2018
SRA Transparency Rules Cost & Service – Motor
Motoring offences Cost & Service: Fixed fee Our crime department is headed up by Steve Morris, Partner, and assisted by a team of professional criminal solicitors and legal clerks. We... Read more
9th February 2018
Is it harassment to send your Valentine a card, flowers and chocolates this Valentine’s Day?
With the increase in allegations of harassment, especially in Hollywood, it has been a topic of conversation in the Press about what does and does not constitute harassment. This got... Read more
8th September 2017
Do you use your Mobile Phone whilst Driving?
If you, like many others, use your mobile phone whilst driving, you should be ever more aware of the increase in the penalties. Mobile phones are used and relied upon... Read more
29th April 2016
Local Legal Team Supports Local Team
Posted by Sarah Mills
Posted in: Conveyancing, Criminal Defence, Family/Mediation/Care, Litigation/Personal Injury, Living Together, Wills and Probate
Posted on: 29th April 2016
Despite the wind, snow and frost turning us blue, we will, as local Solicitors and Supporters of Leicester City, our local team, be putting a bit of blue in everything... Read more
19th January 2016
Day 12 New Year Resolution – Don’t commit a crime!
Posted by Samantha Downs
Posted in: Criminal Defence, New Year New You?
Posted on: 19th January 2016
Whether it’s something minor such as motoring offences or something major such as murder, try not to commit the crime, but if you do, we’re always here to help. We... Read more
28th July 2015
Brian Dodds Memorial Prize 2015
The Partners at Dodds Solicitors are delighted to congratulate Kristyna Domokosova for the best performance in the criminal law exams at Leicester University. She has therefore been awarded the Brian Dodds... Read more