Criminal Law and Practice 1 – From Arrest to Sentencing

Criminal Law and Practice 1 – From Arrest to Sentencing

From SQE Exam Essentials and Preparations by CELE SQE

April 12, 2025 · 21 min · Season 13 · Episode 1

About this episode

This episode covers the full lifecycle of a criminal case in England and Wales, 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

Topics covered

  • Criminal Law
  • Criminal Practice
  • Arrest
  • Sentencing
  • Police Powers
  • Trial Procedure
  • Defences
  • Sentencing Principles
  • Youth Offenders
  • Appeals Process

Keywords

  • SQE1
  • criminal offences
  • admissibility of evidence
  • Magistrates’ Court
  • Crown Court
  • accomplices
  • punishment
  • criminal litigation

Mentioned in this episode

Products: SQE1, the PASS SQE App, PASS SQE App, CELE SQE curriculum

Places: England, Wales

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