The 2027 edition of Archbold: Criminal Pleading, Evidence & Practice, publishes in October 2026 in print and eBook formats.
First published in 1822 and a trusted companion in the criminal courts for more than 200 years, Archbold is an essential part of practicing criminal law in the Crown Court.
Every edition of Archbold contains all the detailed case law and legislation in a single volume. To keep you updated, it includes three cumulative updating supplements and a weekly e-update so you can confidently know you have the latest authorities. The Archbold service also includes a standalone Sentencing Guidelines Supplement for court and 10 issues of Archbold Review.
The new 2027 edition features amendments and regulations made by new legislation, including the Crime and Policing Act 2026, Sentencing Act 2026 and Victim and Courts Act 2026. It also includes coverage of major Supreme Court and Court of Appeal decisions on terrorism, public nuisance, domestic abuse-related homicide offences, whole life orders, private prosecution costs, res gestae evidence, joint participation, modern slavery and consent.
