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Secret Barrister

    The Secret Barrister delves into the intricacies and injustices of criminal law in England and Wales. Through compelling writing, they illuminate the inner workings of the courtroom, highlighting the humanity of those caught within the system. Their work probes the fragility of justice and the necessity of empathy and understanding in legal proceedings. Through their blogging and online presence, they advocate for greater transparency and fairness within the legal system.

    Fake Law: The Truth About Justice in an Age of Lies
    • 2021

      Could the courts really order the death of your innocent baby? Was there an illegal immigrant who couldn't be deported because he had a pet cat? Are unelected judges truly enemies of the people? Most of us think the law is only relevant to criminals, if we even think of it at all. But the law touches every area of our lives: from intimate family matters to the biggest issues in our society. Our unfamiliarity is dangerous because it makes us vulnerable to media spin, political lies and the kind of misinformation that frequently comes from other loud-mouthed amateurs and those with vested interests. This 'fake law' allows the powerful and the ignorant to corrupt justice without our knowledge - worse, we risk letting them make us complicit. Thankfully, the Secret Barrister is back to reveal the stupidity, malice and incompetence behind many of the biggest legal stories of recent years. In Fake Law, the Secret Barrister debunks the lies and builds an hilarious, alarming and eye-opening defence against the abuse of our law, our rights and our democracy.

      Fake Law: The Truth About Justice in an Age of Lies