Crime Solicitors

The government has succeeded in signing Britain up to the EU Arrest Warrant again – which is a component of 35 EU justice measures common to member states.

BBC News reports that Labour lost an attempt to use a rare Parliamentary procedure to stall the decision – and Labour MPs and some Conservative backbench MPs accused the government of breaking a promise to allow a vote on the EU Arrest warrant itself.

The EU Arrest Warrant allows fast-track extradition of suspects from other EU countries.

In 2013, the UK government opted out of a total of 133 EU Police and criminal justice measures – a decision on this will now take place on 1 December.

However, before that date, the UK government will sign up to the 35 EU justice measures which include the EU Arrest warrant. Supporters of the arrest warrant say it is a vital tool in preventing criminals crossing borders to escape justice.

Those opposed to the arrest warrant claim it threatens UK sovereignty – and is also overused, threatening the civil liberties of the British people.

Because the debate was closed early after Labour failed in its attempt to delay the vote, the Conservatives’ won their original motion by 464 to 38 votes.

Labour’s motion to postpone the vote was defeated by 272 votes to 229.

Duncan Lewis Crime Solicitors

Duncan Lewis crime solicitors are available 24/7, 365 days a year to advise at any stage of a criminal charge.

Duncan Lewis crime solicitors regularly visit police stations, courts and prisons to advise on criminal charges – including youth courts and Young Offender Institutions.

In London and the southeast, Duncan Lewis has six offices and a criminal defence solicitor can be with you within 45 minutes.

For expert legal advice on criminal charges and representation for police interview under caution, call Duncan Lewis crime solicitors on 020 7923 4020.

For out-of-hours legal advice and representation, call the Duncan Lewis Crime Lawyers Out-of-Hours Hotline on 07920 077057.