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​Trading Standards law aims to protect consumers while ensuring that businesses can continue to trade in a fair environment. Prosecutions are usually a last resort following an in-depth investigation which identifies breaches of the law, and Trading Standards UK have a wide range of disposals available to them which include cautions and fines.
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Trading Standards UK can investigate both businesses and individuals. Due to the complex nature of this area of the law it is highly recommend to work with Trading Standards solicitors who have experience in all aspects of Trading Standards investigations.
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Hallinans are specialist solicitors in Trading Standards law, with a strong track record in criminal defence, regulatory investigations, and complex fraud cases.
Trading Standards Lawyers Covering
Misleading or False Advertising
When a business or individual gives deceptive information about goods or services.
Unfair Trading Practices
This includes things such as aggressive sales tactics, pressure selling or scams.
Counterfeit and Fake Goods
When a business or individual sells items that infringe trademarks or copyrights.
Product Safety Breaches
Selling of unsafe goods, such as toys, cosmetics or electronics.
Food Labelling and Standards Breaches
Failing to display clear information on ingredients, allergens or nutritional content within a food item.
Misleading or Aggressive Sales Practices
Persuading someone to agree to pay for unnecessary works on their home through false claims or pressure.
And many more.
Such as consumer rights breaches, environmental and animal welfare offences and age-restricted sales breaches.
Our Trading Standards Solicitors Answer Your Questions
What does it mean to be investigated by Trading Standards?
Being investigated means that your business is suspected of breaking Trading Standards Law. Trading Standards law covers a wide range of areas that protect consumer rights.
Can you go to prison for a Trading Standards offence?
​Yes. Trading Standards UK have criminal prosecution powers, which includes imprisonment sentences. This however does depend on the seriousness of the offence.
What should you do if you are contacted by Trading Standards?
You should seek specialist legal advice from a Trading Standards Lawyer as soon as possible. They will be able to help you navigate everything from the initial letter, summons and interview.
​Are their other avenues other than prosecution to a Trading Standards offence?
​If there has been a violation, enforcement action can be taken, which includes a warning or caution, fines or conditions on licenses, seizure of items and also a prosecution.
What happens if you are charged with a Trading Standards offence?
Sentencing and penalties can vary from fines, disqualifications or even imprisonment.
Can Trading Standards close a business?
Yes. They have powers to close businesses and seize suspected illegal goods.
Do you have to attend an interview under caution from Trading Standards?
Technically no, as it is voluntary. A specialist Trading Standards Solicitor will be able to help you navigate the best course forward for an interview under caution.
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