A Practical Guide to Sentencing in Protest Cases

Laura O'Brien

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Law Brief Publishing
25 June 2025

Criminal procedure; Sentencing & punishment

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This text sets out the principles to be applied for sentencing in protest cases as well as procedural issues. It explores the fundamental rights under the European Convention on Human Rights and the key European jurisprudence and domestic caselaw. It addresses various behaviour orders including those introduced specifically to address protest-related offences. It aims to be accessible and practical for those practicing in a fast-moving area of law.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Laura O'Brien is a Partner and Head of the Protest and Public Order Team at Hodge Jones and Allen, one of the leading firms in protest law. Laura is a solicitor with Higher Rights of audience who represents clients in the Magistrates Court, Crown Court and Court of Appeal. Laura is a keen trial advocate and has acted in some of the key protest cases over the last five years including the trial and subsequent appeal arising from the pulling down of the statue of Edward Colston in Bristol, the key protest sentencing cases R v Trowland and R v Hallam. Laura regularly gives training and provides briefings on protest law.

CONTENTS

Chapter One - Introduction

Chapter Two- What Is Protest?

Chapter Three - Addressing Culpability and Harm

Chapter Four - Common Offences

Chapter Five - Ancillary Orders

Chapter Six - Practical Approach

Appendix A - Common Offences

By: Laura O'Brien
Imprint: Law Brief Publishing
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 177g
ISBN: 9781916698895
ISBN 10: 1916698891
Pages: 118
Publication Date: 25 June 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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