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What is the Double Jeopardy Law? Ann Ming and Lillian's Law Changes in the UK

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Ann Ming's Double Jeopardy Law
Double Jeopardy Law: a defence that prevents prosecution of a defendant
more than once for the same offence,

Ann Ming's Double Jeopardy Law Campaign and Lillian's Law: Transforming UK Legal Landscape

This page discusses two significant legal changes in the UK: the modification of the double jeopardy law and the introduction of Lillian's Law for roadside drug testing. Both cases illustrate how personal tragedies can lead to substantial legal reforms.

Ann Ming's Fight Against Double Jeopardy

The double jeopardy law, an 800-year-old legal principle, prevented the prosecution of a defendant more than once for the same offense after a not guilty verdict. Ann Ming's campaign to change the double jeopardy law began after the tragic murder of her daughter, Julie Hogg, in 1989.

Definition: Double jeopardy is a legal defense that protects individuals from being tried twice for the same crime after an acquittal.

Billy Dunlop, the accused in Julie Hogg's murder, was tried twice in 1991 but not convicted due to inconclusive evidence and jury indecision. This outcome sparked Ann Ming's determination to reform the law.

Example: In Julie Hogg's case, the decomposed state of the body made it difficult for pathologists to determine the cause of death, leading to Dunlop's acquittal.

Ann Ming's campaign methods included:

  1. Writing to the Home Secretary to review the law's basis
  2. Giving a speech in the House of Lords
  3. Collaborating with the Northern Echo press for media coverage

Highlight: The 2003 Criminal Justice Act abolished the double jeopardy law for 30 serious offenses, coming into effect in 2005 with retrospective application.

This change allowed for the retrial and eventual conviction of Billy Dunlop, making him the first person convicted under the new law.

Lillian's Law: Roadside Drug Testing

Lillian's Law emerged from another tragic incident in 2010 when Lillian Grove was fatally hit by a motorist who had been smoking cannabis.

Vocabulary: Drugalysers are devices used by police to conduct roadside drug tests on drivers.

The campaign for Lillian's Law focused on:

  1. Introducing police roadside drug testing in the UK
  2. Changing laws to prosecute drivers exceeding new drug level limits

The campaign gained significant support:

  • Over 20,000 signatures collected by the Advertiser
  • Backing from local MP Gavin Barwell of Croydon
  • Personal support from Prime Minister David Cameron

Quote: "Lillian's Law came to force in 2014. Drivers can now be prosecuted if they are found exceeding new drug level limits."

This law empowered police to use drugalysers for roadside testing, significantly enhancing road safety measures in the UK.

Both Ann Ming's campaign and Lillian's Law demonstrate how persistent advocacy, media engagement, and political support can lead to meaningful legal reforms, improving justice and public safety in the UK.



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Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍

David K

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In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

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Ann Ming's Double Jeopardy Law Campaign and Lillian's Law: Transforming UK Legal Landscape

This page discusses two significant legal changes in the UK: the modification of the double jeopardy law and the introduction of Lillian's Law for roadside drug testing. Both cases illustrate how personal tragedies can lead to substantial legal reforms.

Ann Ming's Fight Against Double Jeopardy

The double jeopardy law, an 800-year-old legal principle, prevented the prosecution of a defendant more than once for the same offense after a not guilty verdict. Ann Ming's campaign to change the double jeopardy law began after the tragic murder of her daughter, Julie Hogg, in 1989.

Definition: Double jeopardy is a legal defense that protects individuals from being tried twice for the same crime after an acquittal.

Billy Dunlop, the accused in Julie Hogg's murder, was tried twice in 1991 but not convicted due to inconclusive evidence and jury indecision. This outcome sparked Ann Ming's determination to reform the law.

Example: In Julie Hogg's case, the decomposed state of the body made it difficult for pathologists to determine the cause of death, leading to Dunlop's acquittal.

Ann Ming's campaign methods included:

  1. Writing to the Home Secretary to review the law's basis
  2. Giving a speech in the House of Lords
  3. Collaborating with the Northern Echo press for media coverage

Highlight: The 2003 Criminal Justice Act abolished the double jeopardy law for 30 serious offenses, coming into effect in 2005 with retrospective application.

This change allowed for the retrial and eventual conviction of Billy Dunlop, making him the first person convicted under the new law.

Lillian's Law: Roadside Drug Testing

Lillian's Law emerged from another tragic incident in 2010 when Lillian Grove was fatally hit by a motorist who had been smoking cannabis.

Vocabulary: Drugalysers are devices used by police to conduct roadside drug tests on drivers.

The campaign for Lillian's Law focused on:

  1. Introducing police roadside drug testing in the UK
  2. Changing laws to prosecute drivers exceeding new drug level limits

The campaign gained significant support:

  • Over 20,000 signatures collected by the Advertiser
  • Backing from local MP Gavin Barwell of Croydon
  • Personal support from Prime Minister David Cameron

Quote: "Lillian's Law came to force in 2014. Drivers can now be prosecuted if they are found exceeding new drug level limits."

This law empowered police to use drugalysers for roadside testing, significantly enhancing road safety measures in the UK.

Both Ann Ming's campaign and Lillian's Law demonstrate how persistent advocacy, media engagement, and political support can lead to meaningful legal reforms, improving justice and public safety in the UK.

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What is the Knowunity AI companion?

Our AI companion is specifically built for the needs of students. Based on the millions of content pieces we have on the platform we can provide truly meaningful and relevant answers to students. But its not only about answers, the companion is even more about guiding students through their daily learning challenges, with personalised study plans, quizzes or content pieces in the chat and 100% personalisation based on the students skills and developments.

Where can I download the Knowunity app?

You can download the app in the Google Play Store and in the Apple App Store.

Is Knowunity really free of charge?

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4.8/5

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The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan S

iOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

Android user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

Anna

iOS user

I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️

Thomas R

iOS user

Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades

Brad T

Android user

Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend

Aubrey

iOS user

Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀

Marco B

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

Elisha

iOS user

This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!

Paul T

iOS user

The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan S

iOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

Android user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

Anna

iOS user

I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️

Thomas R

iOS user

Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades

Brad T

Android user

Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend

Aubrey

iOS user

Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀

Marco B

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

Elisha

iOS user

This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!

Paul T

iOS user