What rights do grandparents have to see their grandchildren?
What grandparents in England and Wales can do to see their grandchildren if the child’s parents prevent it?
Criminal records
How long do the police retain criminal records, how can they be deleted, and what is a criminal records check?
Unduly Lenient Sentence Scheme
The Unduly Lenient Sentence Scheme provides for the public to ask the Attorney General to refer a sentence to the Court of Appeal for being too low.
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Complaining about personal conduct of judicial office-holders
Constituents may contact their MP because they are unhappy with the way that a judge, or other judicial office-holder, has behaved towards them. These are what are known as complaints about personal conduct of judges.
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Complaining about courts, judges and legal professionals
When a constituent has a grievance of this kind, it is important that they are clear who and what they are complaining about. This will help them understand how they should direct their complaint.
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Where can prisoners and their families get support and advice?
A page listing sources of support for prisoners and their families.
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Support for Victims of Domestic Abuse
A list of contact details for organisations which assist victims of domestic abuse and domestic violence across the UK.
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Support for victims of crime
This article explains the support victims of crime are entitled to as their case progresses through the criminal justice system in England and Wales.
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Police complaints: understanding the system
This page is no longer being updated. This article helps Members and their staff to understand the police complaints system.
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Police complaints: handling casework involving a police complaint
This page is no longer being updated. This article outlines questions to consider before working on casework involving a police complaint.
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Firearms licensing
Guidance on who can get a firearms licence and how to apply.
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Jury Service
When summoned for jury service a person is legally obliged to attend, unless there are compelling reasons why they are unable to. A fine of £1,000 can be levied if the summons form is not returned of if the potential juror fails to turn up for their jury service.