CRIMINAL DEFENCE
Clear advice and representation when you are facing a criminal allegation.
OJN Solicitors advises clients on criminal defence matters, police station issues, interviews under caution and court proceedings.
Police Station Matters
Advice and attendance for police interviews, voluntary interviews and interviews under caution.
Court Representation
Representation for Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court matters, including guilty pleas and contested cases.
Urgent Advice
Practical guidance where you have been contacted by the police, charged, summonsed or required to attend court.
HOW WE CAN HELP
Criminal defence advice focused on protecting your position.
Criminal allegations can have serious consequences for your liberty, reputation, employment and future. We help clients understand the allegation, the evidence and the best way to respond.
Police Interviews
Advice and representation before and during police interviews, including voluntary interviews and interviews under caution.
Assault and Public Order
Representation for allegations involving assault, threatening behaviour, harassment and public order offences.
Theft and Dishonesty
Advice on theft, fraud, benefit fraud, dishonesty allegations and related investigations.
Drug Offences
Advice and representation for drug possession, supply allegations and related criminal proceedings.
Domestic Allegations
Support where allegations arise within a domestic or family context, including bail conditions and court proceedings.
Benefit Fraud and Interviews
Advice for benefit fraud, overpayment investigations and interviews under caution.
WHY INSTRUCT US?
Early advice can make a significant difference.
What you say at the beginning of a criminal investigation can affect the outcome. We provide clear advice, careful preparation and practical representation from the earliest stage.
Prompt Advice
We help you understand what is happening and what steps you should take.
Careful Preparation
We review the allegation, evidence and procedure before advising on strategy.
Strong Representation
We represent clients in interviews, hearings and court proceedings.
THE PROCESS
How we approach criminal defence matters.
Understand the Allegation
We discuss what has happened, identify the offence alleged and consider any paperwork or police information available.
Advise on Strategy
We explain your rights, your options, the evidence and the likely procedure at interview or court.
Prepare and Represent
We help prepare your case and provide representation at police station, interview, hearing or trial where required.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Clear guidance at each stage of the case.
We can assist with:
- Police station advice and attendance
- Voluntary interviews
- Interviews under caution
- Magistrates’ Court representation
- Crown Court matters
- Guilty pleas and mitigation
- Contested hearings and trials
- Benefit fraud and overpayment interviews
Please note:
- The right approach depends on the allegation, evidence and stage of the case
- Urgent matters should be dealt with promptly
- Barristers’ fees, expert fees and further hearings may involve additional costs
- We will discuss likely next steps and costs before further work is carried out
GET ADVICE
Facing a criminal allegation?
Book a consultation to discuss your matter, understand your rights and prepare for the next step.