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Defence and victim support under the National Criminal Code 2074. From police complaints to bail hearings and appeals, we stand beside you.
Being accused of a crime, or being the victim of one, is frightening and confusing. Our criminal law team explains the process under the National Criminal Code 2074 and the Criminal Procedure Code, from the first information report (FIR) at the police station through investigation, charge sheet, bail hearing, trial and appeal. We make sure clients understand their rights at every stage, including the right to remain silent and the right to a lawyer during questioning.
We represent accused persons at the District Court and High Court, apply for bail, challenge unlawful detention and negotiate where the law permits. For victims, we help file complaints, follow up with the police and the District Attorney's office, and pursue compensation. Fraud, cheque bounce, cybercrime, assault and property offences form the bulk of our work.
If any of these sound familiar, you are in the right place. Every situation is different, so we always start with a short scoping conversation.
Step 1
Criminal matters often cannot wait. We take an urgent call, establish where the person is and what stage the case is at, and advise on immediate steps.
Step 2
We obtain the FIR, statements and any charge sheet, and explain the alleged offence and possible penalties in plain terms.
Step 3
We appear at bail hearings, evidence hearings and trial, and prepare witnesses so they know what to expect in the courtroom.
Step 4
If the outcome is unfavourable we advise on appeal deadlines to the High Court, and for victims we pursue compensation and enforcement.
Step-by-step guides to the government processes this service usually involves.
The main statutes our advisors rely on for this area, explained in plain English.