Criminal Law and Practice 1 – From Arrest to Sentencing

In this episode of SQE1 Essentials, we walk you through the full lifecycle of a criminal case in England and Wales — from the moment of arrest to the final sentence. 🔎 You’ll learn: Categories of criminal offences and how they are defined Police powers: arrest, detention, search, questioning, and identification Admissibility of evidence and grounds for exclusion Trial procedure in the Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court Allocation of either-way offences Common defences: self-defence, loss of control, duress, insanity, automatism Liability of accomplices and secondary parties Sentencing principles and types of punishment Specific procedures for youth offenders vs. adult defendants Appeals process 📘 This episode is essential for SQE1 candidates preparing for criminal law and criminal litigation, blending doctrinal principles with practical applications. 📲 Study the full CELE SQE curriculum via the PASS SQE App or visit celetraining.com