Deaths linked to synthetic opioids in England and Wales have nearly quadrupled in just one year, revealing a rapidly escalating drug crisis. Experts warn that urgent public health, legal, and social interventions are needed to prevent further fatalities. Key Facts & Figures on Synthetic Opioid Deaths ▪️ Fatalities involving nitazenes (a highly potent class of…
If you act for clients facing a drink-driving allegation, you know that the number on the report is only the beginning. What matters is how the blood was taken, how it was stored, how the laboratory measured ethanol, how uncertainty was applied, and whether the result has been interpreted correctly against the legal limits. This…
For defence solicitors and private clients, the key for a drug driving defence is understanding the process, the evidential thresholds, and the points where expert input can make a measurable difference. This guide walks you through the end‐to‐end journey, from roadside stop to lab confirmation and court, with practical tips on when to seek an…
When questions arise about the authenticity of a signature or handwritten entry, the role of a forensic handwriting expert becomes crucial. Unlike graphologists, who attempt to draw conclusions about personality traits through handwriting, forensic document examiners use a scientific methodology to compare handwriting samples and establish whether a signature is genuine, forged, or disguised. This…
Forensic toxicology is a cornerstone of investigations involving sudden death, drug-facilitated crimes, and driving under the influence (DUI). Traditionally, laboratories rely on standard biological specimens such as blood or urine, often collected with preservatives like sodium fluoride. However, in many complex cases, these conventional specimens are not available. This is where non-traditional toxicology testing becomes…
