Crime Investigation & Criminal Defence Solicitors in Birmingham

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With over a hundred years of combined experience amongst us, we have a strong team of crime law experts who can offer advice on cases ranging from traffic offences to serious crimes, such as murder, and regulatory offences, including corporate fraud. Our team works with discretion and without judgement.

We act quickly and efficiently to ensure your best interests are protected at all times. Our crime investigation solicitors are ready to support you during the entire process, from offering representation during Police Station interviews to fighting to win your case in Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court hearings.

When you’re facing criminal offence allegations, taking swift action is crucial. Get ahead of things fast by calling our criminal investigation solicitors in London, Birmingham and Northampton immediately on info@witansolicitors.co.uk for advice.

Our Criminal Defence Services

Our criminal defence lawyers in London, Birmingham and Northampton regularly advise clients who are facing charges in relation to a wide range of criminal offences, including:

• Traffic offences
• Assault & Violent Crimes
• Sexual offences
• Fraud (including corporate fraud)

  You can rely on our crime investigation solicitors to provide legal support at any stage of your case, including: 

Police Station Representation

If you have been called in for questioning at a police station, whether you are under arrest or asked to come in voluntarily, our crime investigation solicitors can offer representation to ensure that your rights are observed and that you avoid self-incriminating statements. 

Sometimes, the best advice is to decline to answer questions until the situation becomes clearer and even when you are advised to speak to the police, you must use extreme caution when answering. This is why it’s important that you seek legal advice before you answer any questions. 

Voluntary Police Interview (Interview Under Caution)

You can be invited to a Voluntary Police Interview or an Interview Under Caution (also known as a PACE interview) by the police or by a governing body, such as The HMRC, The Insolvency Service, The Health and Safety Executive and The Serious Fraud Office. This is done if you or your business are suspected of being involved in a criminal offence but there is not enough evidence yet to charge you.

Even if you feel like you have nothing to hide, it is still important to ask for legal assistance if you are called to a PACE interview. Our crime law experts can make follow-up calls on your behalf to find out more about the case so we can better prepare for the questioning that is to follow. Once you have requested a solicitor, the investigators don’t have the right to ask you any further questions until your legal representative has arrived. 

Released Under Investigation

If you are released under investigation, it means that the police don’t have enough evidence to bring charges against you but they don’t want to remove you from their suspect list yet. Unfortunately, you can remain under investigation as long as the investigation lasts, which can be anything from days to years. 

Having one of our experienced criminal defence solicitors on hand to advise you and guide you through this challenging time can help alleviate the stress involved with the situation. We can answer any questions or concerns that you may have in relation to your status in the case. 

Released on Bail

You can be released on bail if a charging decision hasn’t been made yet (pre-charge bail) or if you have already been charged but are awaiting a particular court appearance date and you are not considered a flight risk. Bail doesn’t mean you have been found not guilty. It only means that you have been given the opportunity to remain out of police custody for the time being. 

If you have been released on bail, you probably have a lot of unanswered questions and there is a lot of uncertainty attached to the situation. We can help you get a clear understanding of the situation and prepare for any possible developments in your case. In certain circumstances, we could also appeal the conditions of your bail. 

Court Representation

Our crime defence solicitors in London, Birmingham and Northampton have an excellent acquittal rate and we will do everything to keep your case from going to court. However, if charges are made against you, our team will represent you in court hearings to secure the best possible outcome. 

We have a proven track record of winning cases in Magistrates’ Court, Crown Court and Youth Court that date back to 2014. You can rely on our expertise to give you the best chance of winning your case. 

Who We Can Help

We believe that everyone has the right to excellent legal services and we work with anyone who is facing allegations of crime. We can help if you:

• Have been arrested
• Are suspected of a  crime
• Are charged with a crime
• Are under investigation
• Are on bail
• Are being prosecuted for a crime

For immediate advice, get in touch with our criminal defence solicitors at info@witansolicitors.co.uk

What To Do If You Have Been Accused of a Criminal Offence

Every criminal offence accusation must be taken seriously, regardless of whether you’re innocent or not. It is important that you act quickly and:

• Seek legal advice immediately
• Refrain from answering any questions until your legal representative arrives 

Funding Your Case

You don’t have to have large amounts of money to get quality legal defence. We offer cost-effective legal advice using a variety of funding methods, including:

• Fixed-Fee Start – We could provide you with a quote for a fixed-fee service 
• Affordable Hourly Rates – Excellent crime law advice at a reasonable cost 

Why Choose Witan Solicitors?

Facing a serious crime allegation could be life-changing. Therefore, you need the right legal support to ensure that your best interests are protected and you have adequate representation during the investigation or in court. With us in your corner, you can benefit from:

• 100+ Years of Experience: We have in-depth knowledge of the serious crime area of law with over a century of combined experience within the firm 
• Winning Cases Since 2014: Our criminal defence solicitors are fighting to win every case  with an excellent record of success
• Legal 500 Recognised: Our Solicitors have been recognised in the Legal 500  
• Industry Experts: We are never satisfied with what we know – we always strive to be the best in the field and constantly expand our knowledge 
• Multilingual Support: Not a native English speaker? We offer legal advice in more than 10 different languages
• Criminal law solicitors near you: Our criminal investigation solicitors are located in London, Birmingham and Northampton

FAQ

I think I might be eligible for Legal Aid. Can you help?  

Unfortunately, at this time, we can only assist privately paying clients. If you think you might be eligible for Legal Aid, your best option would be to contact the Legal Aid Agency for support.