Publisher's Synopsis
The updated edition of this annual title remains the essential publication that no court practitioner can afford to be without. It includes straightforward coverage of new case law, current court procedure, criminal offences, sentencing and more to ensure you have a complete picture of the law. Practical commentary and excellent value for money puts this title ahead of the competition as the single most important guide to the activities of the Magistrates Court. New to this edition: As well as the inclusion of new PDs, amendments to the Criminal Procedure Rules and new sentencing guidelines on theft, the 2017 edition will include the following: * Crimes: Significant new cases on animal welfare offences, self defence, police powers, offensive weapons, public order, harassment, non school attendance, aggravated vehicle taking, dangerous dogs, air weapons, sexual harm prevention orders, wasted costs, detention and training orders, alternative charges, liability order costs and search warrant * New sections on psychoactive substances and the prohibition of certain weapons and control of arms traffic * Traffic: changes to disqualification combined with custody, traffic signs and general directions regulations * Youths: new guidance on the committal of youths to the Crown Court
