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Get Legally Speaking With Hatti SuvariManslaughter - Voluntary vs Involuntary, What Is the Difference?Murder and manslaughter are two of the offences that constitute murder, and the words voluntary and involuntary are terms that we are familiar with. But how do we distinguish between involuntary and voluntary manslaughter? And what do these terms actually mean? In both cases a death has occurred, and a criminal act has taken place. In this episode, together with my amazing guest who is a senior criminal Barrister, Simon Spence KC, we bring you interesting, informative and jargon free information, answering these questions, and much more; as always in plain and simple English. #murder #manslaughter #voluntarymanslaughter #involuntarymanslaughteer #crime #hatt...2023-05-0831 min
Get Legally Speaking With Hatti SuvariDomestic Abuse, Clare's Law - Know More & Be EmpoweredDomestic abuse, also referred to as domestic violence, will affect 1 in 4 women and 1 in 6 men in their lifetime. Government statistics show, that domestic abuse currently leads to 2 women being murdered each week, and 30 men per year. The Office of National Statistics states that around 42% of domestic abuse related incidents and crimes, are not reported by the victims, for various reasons. Many victims start a relationship with their abuser without knowing whether their abuser has a past history of having abused others. We looked at how you can protect yourself from being with a serial abuser, either before you enter...2023-02-2027 min
Get Legally Speaking With Hatti SuvariTerrorism - *Crime Special*Have you ever wondered what acts are defined as terrorism? And what makes terrorism different to that of criminal hate crimes, and other criminal behaviour? Do not miss out on listening to this interesting, insightful and informative podcast on this topic, in which our host Hatti Suvari and seasoned senior Barrister, Simon Spence KC discuss these questions and much more! (Even the desktop Alexa gets involved!)#terrorism #crime #Mi5 #prosecution #defence #legallearning #getlegallyspeaking Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Get Legally Speaking With Hatti SuvariMurder vs Manslaughter - What Is The Difference?It is often reported that one person kills another, and instead of being found guilty of murder, they were found guilty of manslaughter. Some say this is down to 'technicalities' in the law, others say that pleading manslaughter is a way of trying to get a lesser sentence.But what are the differences in defence to both murder and manslaughter? What actions make it clear that a charge should murder, rather than manslaughter? And what are sentences given for these crimes?What about those that kill and do not get charged at all, what could be a defence to...2022-03-1432 min
Get Legally Speaking With Hatti SuvariCustody Time Limits - Part 1How long can someone be held in custody when they have been convicted of a serious crime, awaiting their trail? How has the law on custody time limits been amended, due to the Coronavirus Act? What is the legal limit for someone to spend in custody, if their trial is delayed due to the Court backlogs caused by the pandemic? Do not miss out on listening to Hatti Suvari and senior Barrister, Simon Spence QC to find out all about custody time limits, the recent developments and much more!#legallearning #custodytimelimits #criminallaw #getlegallyspeaking Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...2021-03-1526 min
Get Legally Speaking With Hatti SuvariCrime Special - The Ipswich Prostitute MurdersIn December 2006 within a 10 day period, 5 prostitutes were murdered. The murders led to one of the country's biggest ever manhunts, and it drew a comparison to the infamous 19th century serial killer 'Jack the Ripper'. Do not miss out on this unique opportunity to listen to the prosecuting senior Barrister, Simon Spence QC in conversation with Hatti Suvari, to hear about what it was like to prosecute the man behind these murders, what the case involved and how it all ended.#ipswichprostitutemurders #crimespecial #prosecution #getlegallyspeaking #legallearning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Learn more about...2021-02-1823 min