Expert witnesses play a critical role in the UK justice system by helping courts understand complex scientific, technical, and forensic evidence. A credible expert witness is not simply knowledgeable, they must be objective, credible, and able to communicate complex information clearly and defensibly. At Bericon Forensics, we uphold rigorous expert witness standards to help ensure…
Background The defendant was stopped by police while driving and subsequently tested positive at the roadside for a cannabis-related compound. Due to a reported needle phobia, they were unable to provide an evidential blood sample, and a urine sample was taken instead. Because the defendant was charged under Section 4 of the Road Traffic Act…
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 synthetic…
If you act for clients facing a drink-driving allegation, you know that drink driving blood tests are 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 guide…
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…
