In January 2023, the Government announced a crackdown against organised criminal gangs. In the latest concentrated operation, over 1,800 people were arrested to stifle the cross-border drugs supply in the UK.

A criminal conspiracy is an agreement between people to carry out a criminal act.

Intent is defined not by the consequence of an action but by the desired outcome of the action.

As Harewood Law, we are often asked if intoxication can be used as a defence, but the answer always lies in the nuance of the case, the nature of the crime, and the intent of the defendant.

The police have the power to seize property if they think it will aid an ongoing investigation, or if they suspect it has been acquired through criminal activity. But how does it work for cryptocurrency?

Smart contracts have been a theoretical possibility since the 1990s, but it’s only recently that their practical application is gaining traction. We look at how smart contracts function, and how they can be used in business today.

Typically, the legal profession is slow to take up new technology, so using blockchain in the legal world is not widespread. But there are potential uses that may become more popular in the near future.

The regulations that surround its admissibility in court is a topic in which Harewood Law is well informed, and we know exactly when hearsay evidence can be used to aid your defence.

Interpol is shorthand for the International Criminal Police Organisation. They have 196 member countries who share data on crimes and criminals and work together to find and arrest criminals, wherever they are in the world.

A European Arrest Warrant (EAW) is a tool for extraditing a person from one European country to another. If you’ve been subject to an EAW, it is possible to challenge it and we give you a few ways to do that in this blog.

It’s understandable that you might feel a little nervous about attending an extradition hearing. To help you feel calmer about it, we explain what you can expect. In this blog, we look at what happens during an extradition hearing, and how you can prepare if you’re asked to attend.

First, let’s explain what an extradition request is, and the process that you’ll go through.

Certain authorities have the power to carry out raids on a premises if they suspect that assets have been acquired through unlawful conduct, or if they have reason to believe that documents on the premises will help an investigation.

Tax evasion is basically lying to His Majesty’s Revenue & Customs (HMRC) about your income to avoid paying the full amount of tax that you owe.

Since 2017 the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has had the power to forfeit money in bank accounts through Account Forfeiture Orders.

Legal expenses insurance is a crucial asset for individuals grappling with the complex legal issues and extensive fees that occur when an unexpected legal matter arises.

A solicitor is a legal professional who offers expert advice, guidance, and representation to clients on various legal matters.

An unexplained wealth order (UWO) is a tool used by investigating authorities to crack down on money obtained through crime.

If you have received a freezing, restraint, or production order, you need to understand what it means and what steps you should take. Ignoring it, or breaching it could lead to a fine or even imprisonment. We can guide you through the legal process, and help you challenge it if possible.

A civil recovery order (CRO) allows an authority to seize a person’s assets without first getting a criminal conviction against them. It happens in situations where the authority believes that a person has got hold of the assets through unlawful means.