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Whether you're a witness, claimant, defendant or juror you are likely to be apprehensive about attending court. Procedures and formalities in court can vary widely depending on the nature of the hearing and the type of court. Whichever court you are attending, there is a wealth of information available on this site to ensure that you know what to expect.
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Failure to Attend Jury Service: Everyone that is between the ages of 18 and 70 who appears on the electoral register is eligible for jury service. The Criminal Justice Act 2003… [12520 views in Jul]
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What Will Happen if I Don't Turn Up at Court?: The type of case you are involved in will determine what could happen if you don’t attend court as a witness. Even if you don’t… [11946 views in Jul]
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Pre-Sentence Reports: If you’ve pleaded guilty to a criminal offence, the judge or your defence lawyer may request a pre-sentence report. This is essentially an impartial report that… [10654 views in Jul]
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Police and Court Bail: If a police investigation is ongoing into alleged criminal activity, you may be bailed to return to the police station on a future date. Once you have been… [10334 views in Jul]
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Breach of Court Order: What Steps to Take Next?: Contact Orders A contact order is a court order which sets out the circumstances in which someone who does not live with a… [8772 views in Jul]
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Caught Drink Driving: The police can stop you if they suspect you are driving under the influence of alcohol. Also, if the police suspect you are about to drive a vehicle (for instance you… [7120 views in Jul]
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Bunky
Re: Failure to Attend Jury Service
I am not doing jury service because of what I am a fish and I have no concept of crime
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Re: Pre-Sentence Reports
Hello, Farheen. The correct answer to your question is, no. We can not shed any light on the reasons why you son's solicitor thinks that his…
22 June 2025 -
social-issues
Re: Pre-Sentence Reports
Hello Rodney, you went through the police interview wirhout a solicitor? Or used the duty solicitor? You've had your probation interview?…
22 June 2025 -
social-issues
Re: Pre-Sentence Reports
Hello, Farheen. It is not clear what you mean when you say that an incorrect law has been used. Incidentally, being unable to communicate is…
22 June 2025 -
RODNEY
Re: Pre-Sentence Reports
My case was adjourned and I have now had my interview with the probation officer. Given that most magistrates courts take the PSR and…
12 June 2025 -
bob
Re: A Guide to Small Claims Court
Hello I have applied to small claims court through MCOL for £9000, plus court fees and interest at 0.08%. Going over £10000 the…
14 May 2025 -
Farheen Khan
Re: Pre-Sentence Reports
My son has a pre sentence report interview. My son cannot communicate and has mental health issues. The solictor has will submit an appeal…
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Re: Failure to Attend Jury Service
Are these people real?? No wonder we have a society of moronic Big Brother watching obese idiots if this is the response to…
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Vonny
Re: Failure to Attend Jury Service
I did jury service in Cardiff Crown years and years ago. I was called into court on the jury. I had 3 cases all dead boring. I…
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Cinders
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