Indecent Images cases rise by 80% in the past 5 Years

Many are being caught up in the significant increase of allegations of offences relating to Indecent Images. MSB Solicitors examine some of the key features of these offences: 

Are common platforms used in Indecent Image cases? 

Along with the dramatically high increase in cases (an 80% increase in 5 years) it is to be noted that frequently Indecent Image cases involve common platforms such as Snapchat,  Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp. There is a widespread use of messaging and social media. It appears easier to become involved in this type of activity, without an understanding of the possible consequences of Investigation by the Police and Prosecution before the Criminal Courts. 

How are Indecent Image offences committed? 

Offences relate to images of children, that is anyone under 18 and involve the possession and making of such images. This actually involves a wide range of activity such as possessing, making, opening, downloading, storing, accessing, receiving, sharing, producing and distributing, amongst others. MSB Crime Solicitors can advise you in detail as to many and varied ways in which Indecent Images offences can be committed.  

How are Indecent Image offences viewed as to seriousness? 

Offences are categorised as A, B or C offences, with specific definitions as to the types of images which fall into these categories. MSB Expert Defence Solicitors will advise you as to these categories and how they relate to material the subject of an Investigation or Prosecution. Investigators and the CPS will assign a category to the material involved in your case. This is frequently an area of considerable dispute in a case and MSB Defence Lawyers will examine the assessment of category to establish its complete accuracy. 

Will I be prosecuted for Indecent Images Offences? 

If you consider you will be, or indeed are, the subject of a Police Investigation into Indecent Images you should obtain MSB Solicitors specialist advice immediately. We are experts in our field having defended in many Indecent Images Police Investigations and Court Prosecutions. Not all cases result in prosecution and MSB Crime Team efforts will be directed towards avoiding your prosecution if at all possible.  

What if I am prosecuted ? 

MSB Defence Lawyers will examine whether there is a defence available to you and rigorously contest the prosecution case and evidence upon which they rely. MSB Criminal Defence solicitors have had considerable success in defending such cases. Our Crime Team aim to secure an acquittal wherever possible. We will work in a determined, non-judgemental and supportive way throughout any Police Investigation, or Court prosecution, to achieve the best possible outcome for you. MSB Solicitors understand the far-reaching impact of such allegations on your personal and professional life and circumstances and the reputational damage that can result. 

What If I plead guilty or am Found guilty -what will happen to me? 

MSB Criminal defence solicitors will advise you as to the wide-ranging powers of sentence available to the Court which are embodied in the Sentencing Council Guidelines :Possession of Indecent Images. Each case is different, and the circumstances of the offences and the individual vary. However, it is clear that these offences are viewed by the Courts as serious and significant powers of imprisonment are available to the sentencing court. MSB Criminal Solicitors will work with you to present the fullest and most persuasive mitigation on your behalf. 

How can I achieve the Best Outcome if I face Indecent Images allegations? 

Our many years of considerable experience in the defence of Criminal Investigations and Prosecutions dictate that the sooner MSB Solicitors can begin to assess the evidence in a case, to prepare your case in detail and engage with Investigators and the Prosecution (CPS) the better the outcome.  It is vitally important therefore that you instruct MSB Crime Team to act for you. MSB’s dedicated and expert Criminal lawyers are recognised as Leading Individuals by the Legal 500 and are a Chambers and Partners Top Rank Serious Crime and Business Crime practice. We have an outstanding record of success on behalf of clients facing such Indecent Images cases.