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Legislation Guides

Criminal Justice Act 1988

This act covers various aspects of criminal justice, including sentencing, evidence, and procedure.

Learn more about CJA 1988

Crime and Disorder Act 1998

This act introduced measures to prevent crime and disorder, including Anti-Social Behaviour Orders (ASBOs).

Learn more about CDA 1998

Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 (SOCPA)

SOCPA provides powers to combat serious organized crime and reforms police powers.

Learn more about SOCPA 2005

Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Act 2004

This act strengthens the law on domestic violence and provides better protection for victims.

Learn more about DVCVA 2004

The Bail Act 1976

This act governs the system of bail in criminal proceedings in England and Wales.

Learn more about Bail Act 1976

Licensing Act 2003

This act regulates the sale and supply of alcohol, entertainment, and late-night refreshments.

Learn more about Licensing Act 2003

Coroners and Justice Act 2009

This act reforms the coroner system and addresses various criminal justice matters.

Learn more about CJA 2009

Theft Act 1968 and 1978

These acts define theft and related offenses in England and Wales.

Learn more about Theft Acts

Serious Crime Act 2015

This act strengthens powers to tackle serious and organized crime.

Learn more about SCA 2015

Modern Slavery Act 2015

This act addresses slavery, servitude, forced labor, and human trafficking.

Learn more about Modern Slavery Act 2015

Extradition Act 2003

This act governs extradition procedures between the UK and other countries.

Learn more about Extradition Act 2003

Protection of Freedoms Act 2012

This act aims to protect civil liberties and reduce state intrusion.

Learn more about Protection of Freedoms Act 2012

Serious Organized Crime and Anti-Terrorism Act 2005

This act enhances powers to combat serious organized crime and terrorism.

Learn more about SOCAT 2005

Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019

This act updates and strengthens counter-terrorism legislation.

Learn more about CTBSA 2019

Weapons Act 1996

This act regulates the possession and use of weapons in the UK.

Learn more about Weapons Act 1996

Protection from Harassment Act 1997

This act provides protection against stalking and harassment.

Learn more about Protection from Harassment Act 1997

Counter-Terrorism Act 2008

This act enhances powers to gather and share information in the fight against terrorism.

Learn more about CTA 2008

Environmental Protection Act 1990

This act regulates pollution control and waste management.

Learn more about EPA 1990

Crime Prevention Orders

This covers various orders such as ASBOs and CBOs used to prevent criminal behavior.

Learn more about Crime Prevention Orders

The Housing Act 1988

This act governs housing tenure and the rights of landlords and tenants.

Learn more about Housing Act 1988

Environmental Crime Regulations

These regulations cover various environmental offenses and their enforcement.

Learn more about Environmental Crime Regulations

International Criminal Court Act 2001

This act incorporates the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court into UK law.

Learn more about ICC Act 2001

Money Laundering Regulations 2017

These regulations set out measures to prevent the use of the financial system for money laundering or terrorist financing.

Learn more about Money Laundering Regulations 2017

Bribery Act 2010

This act reforms the criminal law of bribery to provide for a new consolidated scheme of bribery offences.

Learn more about Bribery Act 2010

Communications Act 2003

This act regulates the UK communications industry, covering telecommunications and broadcasting.

Learn more about Communications Act 2003

Telecommunications (Lawful Business Practice) Regulations 2000

These regulations allow businesses to monitor communications under certain circumstances.

Learn more about Telecommunications Regulations 2000

Additional Resources

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