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Common assault and batteryThe offences of common assault and batteryTechnically, the offences of assault and battery are separate summary offences. An...
Criminal act or omissionFor a person to be found guilty of a criminal offence it must be shown that they:•acted in a particular way, or•failed to act...
Assault occasioning actual bodily harmThe offence of actual bodily harmThe offence of assault occasioning actual bodily harm (ABH) can be tried in...
Involuntary manslaughterInvoluntary manslaughter—introductionManslaughter can be classified as either voluntary or involuntary. Voluntary manslaughter...
Company investigationsCompany investigations under section 432 of the Companies Act 1985Companies are regulated by the Department for Business and Trade to protect investors, suppliers and customers from Corporate misconduct. The Secretary of State may appoint inspectors to investigate a company's
Fraudulent disposal of propertyFraudulent disposal of propertyA bankrupt commits an offence if they make, or cause to be made, at any time after the date five years prior to the commencement of the bankruptcy any gift or transfer of or any charge on their property.Although the offence is termed
The rule against acquisition of a company's own sharesThe offence of acquisition of limited company's own shares The general rule is that a limited company must not acquire its own shares, whether by purchase, subscription or otherwise, except in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act
How to prosecute a businessThis Practice Note looks at how to prosecute a company and other business entities, including partnerships. The Note sets out factors for and against proceeding with a prosecution, as well as important steps to consider before commencing a prosecution. It also explains how
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