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Criminal litigation

11 January 2007
Issue: 7255 / Categories: Case law , Law digest
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Criminal Justice Act 2003 (Commencement No 14 and Transitional Provision) Order 2006 (SI 2006/3217):

Brought into force, from 1 January 2007, ss 14 and 15(1) and (2), CJA 2003 (restrictions on bail) in relation to offences where the defendant is liable to a life sentence. See Home Office Circular 39/2006.

Issue: 7255 / Categories: Case law , Law digest
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

DAC Beachcroft—Tim Barr

DAC Beachcroft—Tim Barr

Lawyers’ liability practice strengthened with partner appointment in London

Constantine Law—Alex Finch & Rebecca Tester

Constantine Law—Alex Finch & Rebecca Tester

Firm launches business immigration practice with dual partner hire

Freeths—Jane Dickers

Freeths—Jane Dickers

Scottish offering strengthened with dispute resolution partner hire in Glasgow

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