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Grant Shapps: why the Government will outlaw squatting 'once and for all'
This distorts what section 6 of the Criminal Law Act 1977 actually says. Let me be clear: squatters are not above the law. I can assure homeowners that we understand the strength of public feeling about this issue and that's why we are urgently taking
Updated: 03/20/2011 04:00A
Prosecute abuse, not polygamy: Lawyer
And George Macintosh suggests in written submissions filed in BC Supreme Court that a new criminal law to crack down on forced marriages should be enacted. In a 304-page submission, Macintosh argues that the polygamy law breaches religious freedoms,
Updated: 03/20/2011 03:57A
Accused of a Sex Crime? Protect Yourself
In Texas, it is best to work with a Board Certified Attorney who has been recognized as a criminal law specialist. A criminal specialist lawyer has demonstrated a high degree of experience in the field, passed a written exam focused on criminal law and
Updated: 03/20/2011 03:41A
Indonesian police set free 8 detained nurses under public pressure
The nurses had been arrested under article 335 of the Criminal Code, for having incited others to take part in a strike. The chairperson of PPNI, the nurses union, said that there was no basis in law to use the incitement clause, as their action had
Updated: 03/20/2011 01:38A
Maximum prison term for brutal murderers to double to 50 years
Under the new guidelines prepared following last year's revision of the criminal law, those convicted of killing more than two people in a premeditated or cruel manner will be sentenced to up to 50 years in prison, up from the current limit of 25 years
Updated: 03/20/2011 01:04A
Criminal law in thailand Part LV: Beware of scams II _ a suitcase full of money
The money will either be counterfeit or the proceeds of a criminal activity. The most difficult thing about selling drugs or blood diamonds isn't finding buyers, it's finding somewhere to put the cash after the sale has been made. Think about it.
Updated: 03/19/2011 11:44P
Irfan Khan, Kumta, UAE
The other aspect is that the church does not recognize the divorce granted by the civil court when it comes to remarriage. Many Catholics have been wise enough to get both annulment under canon law and a divorce under civil law.
Updated: 03/19/2011 11:01P
Melwin Rebello, Udupi, Australia
The other aspect is that the church does not recognize the divorce granted by the civil court when it comes to remarriage. Many Catholics have been wise enough to get both annulment under canon law and a divorce under civil law.
Updated: 03/19/2011 11:01P
Kwara judge, accountant in prison over alleged graft, stealing
They were brought before the court on a three-count charge of criminal conspiracy, criminal breach of trust and forgery, all contrary to Sections 97, 312 and 364 of the Penal Code. The accused were indicted following a complaint to the police by the
Updated: 03/19/2011 08:01P
Editorials: Andrew Widman law Criminal tracking system shouldn't wait any longer
After failing for two years, can the Florida Legislature do the right thing and enact a better tracking system for criminal suspects making their way through our court system? The data and technology are there and ready to be put to work.
Updated: 03/19/2011 06:08P
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