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Suing for emotional distress in the UK

Published on 12/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins

You can sue for emotional distress only with diagnosed psychiatric conditions, medical evidence, and proof someone caused your harm.

How to report a theft in the UK: Police, insurance, and legal steps

Published on 11/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins

Contact police via 999 or 101 immediately, secure a crime reference number, and notify your insurer within 24-48 hours.

Suing for defamation in the UK: a comprehensive legal guide

Published on 11/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Winning requires proving serious harm with hard evidence and acting within 12 months under strict legal thresholds.

Indecent exposure in the UK: What counts as a crime and what are the penalties?

Published on 10/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins

Indecent exposure UK requires specific intent to cause alarm or distress, making accidental exposure non-criminal.

Rape and sexual assault statistics in the UK 2025

Published on 10/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins

Only 2.1% of reported rape cases achieve rape conviction despite 68% court success rates.

Rape and sexual assault in the UK: Definition, law, and sentences

Published on 07/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 7 mins

Rape requires penile penetration; sexual assault covers all other non-consensual sexual touching; both destroy lives and carry serious sentences.

Reporting rape and sexual assault in the UK: Process, evidence, and support

Published on 07/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

There's no time limit for reporting rape; you can report days, months, or years later and evidence can still be collected.

Sexual exploitation in the UK: Definition, signs, and legal consequences

Published on 06/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

UK law establishes precise parameters for sexual exploitation through comprehensive statutory provisions designed to protect victims and prosecute offenders effectively.

Theft and stealing in the UK: What the law says and possible punishments

Published on 06/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Police at your door at 6am. Security guards detaining you at Tesco. An Evri parcel goes missing and suddenly you're the stealing accused. Right now, your mind probably races with questions: What exactly does theft meaning cover under law?

Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR): When & how to report?

Published on 05/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Reasonable grounds for suspicion trigger immediate reporting obligations; waiting for certainty means you've already breached POCA.

Have you been arrested by the police? Your rights

Published on 05/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Do you know your constitutional rights if you are stopped and searched by police? However, it has brought to light what rights police have...

When can employers see your criminal record in the UK?

Published on 04/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Most jobs protect your spent convictions; only vulnerable roles involving children or property access trigger mandatory employer DBS check requirements.

How to apply for a restraining order in the UK?

Published on 04/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 7 mins

Civil courts grant protection orders directly without requiring criminal convictions or ongoing police prosecutions against your abuser.

Legal guide to drug offences in the UK

Published on 03/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 7 mins

Possession carries prison time even for first offences, and consumption being legal doesn't protect you from prosecution.

Breach of restraining order defences in the UK

Published on 03/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Effective enforcement demands immediate breach reporting, meticulous evidence documentation, and specialist solicitor intervention for both parties.

Politically Exposed Person (PEP): What are the legal limitations?

Published on 31/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 7 mins

The 2007 Money Laundering Regulations define a politically exposed person (PEP) as "an individual with a high profile political role or someone who has been entrusted with a prominent public function.'

Anti-Money Laundering: Small Firms and Risk Assessments

Published on 31/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

The Financial Conduct Authority issues minimum £5,000 fines, but averages £96,000 for small businesses with inadequate risk assessment documentation.

What Is Anti-Money Laundering (AML)? Meaning, regulations & process

Published on 30/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 7 mins

If you're wondering whether your business needs to worry about anti-money laundering rules, the answer is likely yes, and the stakes are higher than you might think.

Can a court order be changed without going to court?

Published on 30/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins

Court orders can be changed through consent orders or error corrections, but only 15% succeed without legal help.

Sexual assault vs rape: What’s the difference under UK law?

Published on 29/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins

Rape specifically involves rape penetration, while sexual assault covers other non-consensual sexual contact, including rape touching and other rape indecent acts.

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