- Digital Forensic Evidence
- Prosecution Reconsidered
- Proceedings Discontinued
A client faced prosecution for possessing a single Category B indecent image of a child. The allegation presented a risk of custody, a potential Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) and applicable sex offender notification requirements.
The case arose from digital forensic evidence. The client consistently denied having knowledge of, or possessing, the image.
At the Magistrates’ Court, MC Solicitors made detailed representations challenging whether prosecution was in the public interest. The prosecution initially refused to discontinue proceedings.
The client elected trial before a judge and jury at the Crown Court.
The defence maintained its challenge to the prosecution.
The prosecution discontinued proceedings at the Crown Court.
A significant achievement after the earlier refusal to discontinue, removing the prospect of trial, conviction and the serious consequences that could have followed.
Every criminal case depends upon its individual facts. Previous case outcomes do not guarantee the outcome of another case.