Case Law

Deprivation of liberty of 16/17 year olds and court applications: KL (A Minor: deprivation of liberty) [2022] EWCOP 24

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Introduction

By Tim Spencer-Lane The legal framework for deprivation of liberty applies across England and Wales, and therefore this case will be relevant for practitioners in both countries. Some of the other legislation referred to is England only, but the issues raised will be relevant for practitioners in Wales. Introduction When it comes to 16- and […]

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