Criminal records can feel confusing and for many people, a little worrying. It’s easy to get these things right and wrong about what stays on your record, who can see it, and how it might affect your future. At The Johnson Partnership, our teams in Nottingham, Derby and Mansfield regularly speak to people who are unsure where they stand. The good news? Most of these worries come from misunderstandings. Once you know the facts, things often feel a lot easier to manage. “All co

The first proposal has been criticised because it reduces the range of cases being delt with by a jury. Jury trial is seen as a central platform of the English legal system. Jury’s are made up of all members of the public who will bring their own experience of life and their own knowledge of behaviour to bear on the facts of a particular case. Jurys are thought to be open minded rather than “case hardened”. There are concerns about where the sort of trial will be held and whe

At the moment there are between 75-80,000 trials waiting to be heard in the Crown Court. The government is looking at a number of ways in which the backlog might be attacked. Firstly, there is a proposal that offences with a maximum sentence of 3 years may be heard by a new tier of Crown Court’s in which a judge with sit with two magistrates rather than a jury. This would save on the time that is currently taken to explain the court procedure to each new jury; it would also b

When facing any legal issue, knowing when to seek advice and what to expect from a solicitor can make all the difference. Whether you’re dealing with a police matter, a family issue, a dispute or any situation where your rights may be at risk, getting early legal support is crucial and The Johnson Partnership are here to guide you from the very beginning. Why early legal advice matters Legal problems don't tend to resolve themselves and what could start as a minor concern can