Criminal Law Bundle 2011: Your Partner in Crime
Benefits
After completing all training podcasts in this bundle you will:
- Have received an overview of the recent procedural changes that came into effect with the Criminal Procedure Rules 2011
- Understand the legal advisor’s role when advising a client at the police station
- Appreciate the common issues in sex cases involving alcohol and the difficulties such circumstances can cause at trial
- Be aware of the issues relating to bad character evidence in sexual offence cases
- Have considered the role of experts and be aware of the proposals for reform on the use of expert evidence in criminal trials
- Be aware of some of the international trends in Health and Safety and Corporate Manslaughter prosecutions within the United Kingdom and Internationally
Training Bundle Overview
This podcast bundle will provide you with a broad selection of interesting criminal law podcasts. From guidance for solicitors advising at a police station to procedural updates and the insights of practising barristers on evidential issues, this training bundle has something for both the less experienced and more senior practitioner.
- CPD Points:
- This bundle can provide up to 8 points details »
- Price:
- £299 (includes unlimited access until the end of 2012!)
- Suitable for:
- Solicitors
- Barristers
- Junior Practitioners
- Practice Area:
- Criminal Law
- Contributors:
What is a CPDcast Bundle?
CPDcast training bundles contain a hand-picked selection of our CPDcasts that together will provide you with a discrete in-depth analysis of specific legal developments from scrutiny of the statutes and case law to practical application.
Contents
Criminal Law Bundle 2011 contains the following CPDcasts:
- with Felicity Gerry from 36 Bedford Row
This podcast is aimed at criminal practitioners. It addresses the use of experts and expert evidence in the criminal trial process. It will examine who an expert is and what areas of knowledge might be regarded as requiring an expert. This podcast will also explore the statutory and common law tests applying to admissibility of expert evidence and how the law might be reformed in the future.
After completing this course you will:
- Know who an expert is;
- Know why experts are necessary in criminal trial;
- Understand the areas in which an expert might be required;
- Be aware of the statutory and common law tests for the admissibility of expert evidence;
- Understand some of the difficulties that arise where there is an overreliance on expert message;
- Know the limits on the usefulness of an expert’s evidence;
- Be aware of the reform proposals currently being discussed by the Law Commission on the use of expert evidence.
- with Gerard Forlin QC from 2-3 Gray's Inn Square
This podcast is aimed at practitioners interested in international trends in Health & Safety and Corporate Manslaughter prosecutions. It will consider the position within the United Kingdom, significant statutory changes, the relevance of some recent cases and international developments.
After completing this course you will:
- Be aware of the international trends and developments in health and safety and corporate manslaughter prosecutions;
- Appreciate the significance of the prosecution of Geotechncial Holdings Ltd under the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007;
- Be familiar with the shift in prosecutorial approach to Health & Safety cases within the United Kingdom and Internationally;
- Understand the increase in r.43 reporting by Coroners after inquests;
- Recognise the increased use by Prosecutors of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005;
- Appreciate the trends in workplace deaths within the UK;
- Be aware of developments globally in this area and examples of the approaches taken in different countries.
- with Felicity Gerry from 36 Bedford Row
This two-part podcast series is aimed at practitioners in criminal law who are involved in sexual offence cases. The series gives an overview of the issues of bad character in cases involving sexual offences, and the Defendant's propensity to commit the type of offence with which he is charged. It considers each of the gateways through which bad character evidence can be admitted, and the grounds upon which evidence of bad character will be excluded.
After completing this course you will:
- Have received an overview on the complex issues regarding bad character evidence, particularly in cases involving sexual offences, and the defendant’s propensity to commit such crimes;
- Know the gateways through which evidence of bad character can be admitted as evidence;
- Understand on what grounds a defendant or witness can apply to have evidence of bad character excluded;
- Know the difference between the current rules on propensity and the old rules on similar evidence;
- Understand the different directions that can be given to the jury by the judge and the different schools of thought on which they are based.
- with Felicity Gerry from 36 Bedford Row
This two-part podcast series is aimed at practitioners in criminal law who are involved in sexual offence cases. The series gives an overview of the issues of bad character in cases involving sexual offences, and the Defendant's propensity to commit the type of offence with which he is charged. It considers each of the gateways through which bad character evidence can be admitted, and the grounds upon which evidence of bad character will be excluded.
After completing this course you will:
- Have received an overview on the complex issues regarding bad character evidence, particularly in cases involving sexual offences, and the defendant’s propensity to commit such crimes;
- Know the gateways through which evidence of bad character can be admitted as evidence;
- Understand on what grounds a defendant or witness can apply to have evidence of bad character excluded;
- Know the difference between the current rules on propensity and the old rules on similar evidence;
- Understand the different directions that can be given to the jury by the judge and the different schools of thought on which they are based.
- with Felicity Gerry from 36 Bedford Row
This podcast discusses the controversial issue of intoxication in sex cases. It considers the public horror arising from these cases and how the law reacts. It will look at the common issues in sex cases involving alcohol, the law relating to consent and capacity, how the circumstances can create evidential difficulties and the directions to be given to the jury. The podcast includes some pertinent cases on the topic to highlight some of the relevant issues.
After completing this course you will:
- Understand how the CPS make charging decisions and the considerations to be borne in mind by prosecutors in these cases;
- Acknowledge the common issues in cases arising from the consumption of alcohol in advance of a sexual encounter;
- Appreciate how prejudices can impact on the jury’s perception in sex cases;
- Be aware of recent developments relating to delayed complaints or inconsistent evidence as a result of trauma;
- Understand the current law regarding consent and capacity to consent;
- Appreciate the issues arising from the defendant’s state of mind during a sexual encounter;
- Know how the jury should be directed to approach sexual allegations.
- with Richard Furlong from 25 Bedford Row
This podcast will discuss the new set of Criminal Procedure Rules coming in to force on 3rd October 2011. Richard Furlong, a barrister from 25 Bedford Row will set out the amendments to the Criminal Procedure Rules 2010 introduced in April 2011 before going on to give an overview of the changes that will come into effect with the Criminal Procedure Rules 2011.
After completing this course you will:
- Be aware of the changes brought into effect by the amendments to the Criminal Procedure Rules 2010 in April 2011 (including changes in respect of contempt of court);
- Understand what changes will be coming in to effect on 3 October 2011 and how the changes to the Rules will apply;
- Be aware of the new forms for use in criminal proceedings and changes to the existing Part 5, which deals with forms and court records;
- Appreciate the changes that have been made to the rules regarding preparatory hearings in the Crown Court;
- Know how the rules regarding reporting restrictions and public access have been replaced;
- Be aware of the extended timescales for service of special measures, bad character and hearsay applications;
- Understand the changes to the rules in relation to POCA provisions;
- Appreciate the changes to Appeal provisions;
- Have considered the anticipated future trends in respect of the Criminal Procedure Rules.
- with Steven Bird from Birds Solicitors
This two part CPDcast series with Steven Bird, founding partner of Birds Solicitors and co-author of the “Police Station Advisers Index,” considers some of the issues to take into consideration when advising a client at a police station.
Part One looks at what to do on arrival at the police station and the issues to consider when advising your client prior to police interview. Part Two considers the legal professional’s role during the interview, gives guidance on the identification stage and what will happen after the interview has taken place.
After completing this course you will:
- Understand the legal professional’s role at the police station and during interview;
- Know what information you need to obtain from the police officers on arriving at the station;
- Have considered how to advise your client before the interview;
- Be aware of when to advise that a prepared statement should be used;
- Understand the different stages to follow from start to finish when representing a suspect;
- Know whether a client should answer questions in the interview and what silence at interview may mean for your client at trial;
- Be aware of issues concerning detention, release, bail, diversion and charge;
- Have considered issues such as identification procedures, persons under a disability and immigration matters.
- with Steven Bird from Birds Solicitors
This two part CPDcast series with Steven Bird, founding partner of Birds Solicitors and co-author of the “Police Station Advisers Index,” considers some of the issues to take into consideration when advising a client at a police station.
Part One looks at what to do on arrival at the police station and the issues to consider when advising your client prior to police interview. Part Two considers the legal professional’s role during the interview, gives guidance on the identification stage and what will happen after the interview has taken place.
After completing this course you will:
- Understand the legal professional’s role at the police station and during interview;
- Know what information you need to obtain from the police officers on arriving at the station;
- Have considered how to advise your client before the interview;
- Be aware of when to advise that a prepared statement should be used;
- Understand the different stages to follow from start to finish when representing a suspect;
- Know whether a client should answer questions in the interview and what silence at interview may mean for your client at trial;
- Be aware of issues concerning detention, release, bail, diversion and charge;
- Have considered issues such as identification procedures, persons under a disability and immigration matters.
Contributors
Criminal Law Bundle 2011 features the following legal experts:
Bird, Steven (Birds Solicitors)
Steven Bird was a partner at Simons Muirhead & Burton from 1993 to 2000 until he founded Birds Solicitors in October 2000. Steven is listed as a specialist in the top band of Chambers and Partners 2008 for Crime. Steven's practice encompasses mainly serious crime, in particular murder, serious sexual offences and fraud, including a busy appellate practice in both the Court of Appeal and in applications to the CCRC.
Steven is a committee member of the London Criminal Courts Solicitors Association (LCCSA);the Criminal Appeal Lawyers Association (CALA)(where he is also Treasurer); the Independent Defence Lawyers; and, the Funding Review Committee for the Legal Services Commission.
Forlin QC, Gerard (2-3 Gray's Inn Square)
Gerard Forlin QC is a silk at 2-3 Gray's Inn Square specialising in regulatory matters, particularly health and safety and corporate and gross negligence manslaughter and environmental crime. Gerard has appeared in over 250 fatality cases in the last ten years.
He is recognised by the Legal 500 as showing 'impressive judgment and strategic skill' and a 'manslaughter specialist.' In Chambers and Partners 2011 he is ranked as a leading new Silk in Health and Safety.
Gerard was Special Adviser to the Bar Council on the Corporate Manslaughter Bill, Consultant to a recent Global Aviation Concordat on Aviation Safety, Standing Counsel to numerous Plc’s, Unions and Government Departments in the UK and abroad. He acts for Crown Departments on Crown Censure (Occasional AG nomination) and is Consultant to the Army and various police forces.
Furlong, Richard (25 Bedford Row)
Richard Furlong is a barrister with a mixed criminal and civil practice. Richard has a particular interest in fraud and money laundering. Richard is recommended in Chambers UK 2009 as 'a leader in criminal fraud'. Prior to joining the bar, Richard worked as an Investment analyst in the financial services sector and is described as a 'succint advocate who brings his previous experience to the table.'
Gerry, Felicity (36 Bedford Row)
Felicity Gerry is a rape specialist barrister and leading junior dealing with serious fatal, sexual and violent offences. She is particularly experienced in complex and lengthy trials concerning recent or historic sexual crime. She is particularly experienced in dealing with the young, the vulnerable and those with mental health issues. Her practice is split 50/50 prosecution (Grade 4) and Defence.
Leading cases include a range of offences from serious child cruelty to conspiracy to import illegal immigrants and people trafficking. She regularly appears in near death "shaken" baby cases dealing with the complex medical issues that arise. Fatal cases Felicity has dealt with have included Attempted murder and death by dangerous driving. She has been led in a number of complex trials and pleas including 2 double murders, a deliberate act motor manslaughter and a shooting where preliminary hearings dealt with the application of Nigerian Law to a foreign confession A substantial proportion of her practice relates to sexual offences including gang rape and historical sexual abuse.
