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Emily Andrew successfully secures sentence reduction in the Court of Appeal Criminal Division
The defendant had previously been sentenced to 46 weeks’ immediate custody at Warwick Crown Court for 4 offences of shop theft. Emily Andrew, instructed by Hine Solicitors, was granted leave to appeal by the Single Judge, and appeared before Mr Justice Goose, Lord Justice Foxton, and Her Honour Judge
Robert Tolhurst’s client acquitted of eight offences
Robert Tolhurst, instructed by Luke Cleghorn of David Coyle Solicitors, Nuneaton, defended for a client acquitted by a jury on 28th July 2026 following a trial at Warwick Crown Court. The indictment alleged eight offences: two counts of Rape, Sexual Assault and five counts of Sexual Activity with a Child.
Rachel Brand KC secures murder conviction in arson trial
Rachel Brand KC prosecuted Andrew Gorrell, whose trial took place at Wolverhampton Crown Court in February. He was sentenced on 6th July 2026 by the Recorder of Wolverhampton HHJ Chambers KC. In the early hours of the morning on 11th May 2025, Gorrell set fire to the wheelie bin
Daniel White secures attempted murder conviction
Daniel White has secured the attempted murder conviction of David Richards, who received an overall sentence of 31 years imprisonment. The jury unanimously convicted Mr Richards of attempting to murder his former partner, “JL”, in May of 2024 after a five month, tumultuous relationship. Upon arriving at her flat,
Timothy Hannam KC and Daniel White prosecute teen for offence of murder
A Birmingham teen has been convicted of murder following a 4-week trial at Birmingham Crown Court in which Timothy Hannam KC and Daniel White prosecuted. Oumar Traore, who was 17 at the time of the incident, fatally stabbed Yassin Alama in November of last year. Both parties, affiliated with
Manizja Latifi secures acquittal in serious domestic abuse trial
Manizja Latifi successfully defended a client at Wolverhampton Crown Court against allegations of controlling and coercive behaviour and intentional strangulation. The defendant had previous convictions for rape and grievous bodily harm, which were before the jury during the trial. After approximately two hours of deliberation, the jury acquitted him
Other News
Citadel Chambers welcomes Steve Hennessy
Citadel Chambers are delighted to welcome Steve Hennessy, joining us as a new tenant following his decision to transfer to The Bar. Formerly a partner at Smith Partnership Solicitors, Steve has years of experience as a successful and well-regarded Higher Courts Advocate, practicing primarily in Stoke and Stafford Crown
Rupert Jones and Curtis Myrie awarded red bags
Citadel Chambers are delighted to announce that two red bags have been awarded to junior members of chambers in recognition of their performance in recent cases. Commonly carried by barristers, ‘brief bags’ are used to store legal books, wigs, and robes, and often bear the owners monogrammed initials. They
Charlotte Carlyle and Charlie Cinnamond join Citadel Chambers as 2026/27 pupils
Following an impressive pupillage recruitment programme Citadel Chambers are very pleased to welcome Charlotte Carlyle and Charlie Cinnamond as our 2026/27 pupils.
Articles
Diabetes and Driving – What is the Law? written by Zach Brettell
For those living with diabetes, whether Type 1 or Type 2, the rules around driving can be unclear. According to the DVLA, diabetes is a proscribed disability. This means it’s not only something they need to be informed of, but importantly, can greatly affect your ability to lawfully drive
Charged with Domestic Burglary – What is the ‘Three Strike Rule’ and When Does it Apply? written by Zach Brettell
A common question in Criminal Courts dealing with offences of domestic burglaries, that is, burglaries of homes/dwellings, is whether they are covered by the ‘Three Strike Rule’. The more legal term for this rule is Section 314, Sentencing Act 2020. The application of the rule will have a significant impact
The Sentencing Act 2026 and Suspended Sentences: What’s new? written by Emily Andrew
The Sentencing Act 2026 – What does it actually do? On 22 March 2026, the Sentencing Act 2026 came into force. With it came a number of significant changes to sentencing powers as we know them, particularly in relation to Suspended Sentences of Imprisonment. In short, the Sentencing Act 2026