R v Conrad Howarth [2022] EWCA Crim 1836
Sentencing in S58 Terrorism Act 2000 – possession of terrorist publications.
Matthew Brook KC is a specialist criminal practitioner, and acts both for the prosecution and for the defence. He is ranked in Band 1 – Crime in ‘Chambers & Partners” 2024 rankings.
Matthew is one of the few Counsel based in the Midlands who has built up a specialist terrorism practice. Over the past 6 years, he has been instructed in a number of high-profile, complicated terrorist cases, ranging from far-right extremism to terrorism linked to the so-called “Islamic State.”
Matthew has extensive experience in both prosecuting and defending trials relating to homicide, large scale drug supply and sexual offences.
When defending, Matthew uses his extensive experience in prosecuting serious cases to his client’s benefit. This knowledge helps him highlight and take advantage of, disclosure and other weaknesses in the Crown’s case.
Matthew Brook has been a specialist criminal practitioner since 1999. He took Silk in 2024. He is ranked in Band 1 – Crime in ‘Chambers and Partners” 2024 rankings. He acts both for the prosecution and for the defence.
Matthew is one of the few Counsel based in the Midlands who has built up a specialist terrorism practice. Over the past 6 years, he has been instructed in a number of high-profile, complicated terrorist cases, ranging from far-right extremism to terrorism linked to the so-called “Islamic State.”
Matthew has extensive experience in both prosecuting and defending trials relating to homicide, large scale drug supply and sexual offences.
When defending, Matthew uses his extensive experience in prosecuting serious cases to his client’s benefit. This knowledge helps him highlight and take advantage of, disclosure and other weaknesses in the Crown’s case.
Sentencing in S58 Terrorism Act 2000 – possession of terrorist publications.
Withdrawal of reasonable excuse defence is terrorism offences. Admissibility and scope of expert reports on Defendant’s autism.
Correct procedure for terminating ruling appeals by Prosecution. Scope of Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 in relation to police dogs.
Matthew Brook KC has successfully prosecuted Mohammed Samak, for the brutal murder of his wife Jo. The Defendant, who had played international hockey for both…
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"He is very thorough and extremely bright." "He is diligent, hard-working and an excellent advocate."
Matthew Brook KC has successfully prosecuted Mohammed Samak, for the brutal murder of his wife Jo. The Defendant, who had played international hockey for both…
Matthew Brook KC and Siobhan Collins, instructed by Paul Farrow of the Complex Casework Unit, prosecuted a man who murdered his vulnerable father in Tamworth…
