Unlike the majority of firms specialising in criminal law, Kent Criminal Law does not hold a legal aid franchise. Many of our clients do not qualify for legal aid, others have made the conscious choice to instruct us privately, despite their eligibility for government funded services. The majority of our clients have had no previous dealings with the Criminal Justice System and feel that they have landed on a conveyor belt.
We offer a discreet and confidential service. Our advice is honest and robust. We work to achieve the best possible outcome for you from the moment of instruction. In some instances the starting point will be writing representations to the prosecuting authority to ask them to reconsider the merits of a prosecution. All of our clients are offered a free initial consultation.
At this meeting we will look at your case and discuss the way forward. There is no obligation to instruct us and we do not clock watch during this consultation which can last between 30 minutes and two hours, depending on the complexity of the case.
We offer a discreet and confidential service. Our advice is honest and robust. We work to achieve the best possible outcome for you from the moment of instruction. In some instances the starting point will be writing representations to the prosecuting authority to ask them to reconsider the merits of a prosecution. All of our clients are offered a free initial consultation.
At this meeting we will look at your case and discuss the way forward. There is no obligation to instruct us and we do not clock watch during this consultation which can last between 30 minutes and two hours, depending on the complexity of the case.
Services
Whether that be a lawyer funded by the Legal Aid Agency or privately funded, it is never a good idea to go into the police station or a court without a legal representative.
I lose count of the times that my head has sunk to the lawyers bench when an unrepresented defendant has been called into court and dug themselves deeper and deeper into a hole of their own making and always appearing to think that they are doing marvellously.
First off, for the most part, anyone, regardless of means, will be entitled to free representation in the police station.
I lose count of the times that my head has sunk to the lawyers bench when an unrepresented defendant has been called into court and dug themselves deeper and deeper into a hole of their own making and always appearing to think that they are doing marvellously.
First off, for the most part, anyone, regardless of means, will be entitled to free representation in the police station.
Representing clients, be they individuals or corporate, in regulatory matters may require a different skill set and approach to normal criminal proceedings.
Getting legal advice at the very earliest stage is of great importance.
The earlier we are instructed, the greater the prospects of using negotiation and agreements to prevent the matter reaching the courts.
Each case is different and our approach to your case will be tailored by the particular facts and circumstances of the alleged offence or regulatory breach.
Getting legal advice at the very earliest stage is of great importance.
The earlier we are instructed, the greater the prospects of using negotiation and agreements to prevent the matter reaching the courts.
Each case is different and our approach to your case will be tailored by the particular facts and circumstances of the alleged offence or regulatory breach.
Decisions of the Magistrates Court in criminal matters, are appeal-able as of right and no permission is required.
Provided that the notice of appeal is received within 21 days of the decision being made, that is sufficient.
The hearing is in effect a complete restart of the case that was heard in the Magistrates Court.
In the latin, it is a 'de novo' hearing.
If new evidence has come to light, this can be presented.
If a witness has come forward since the original trial, they can give evidence.
Provided that the notice of appeal is received within 21 days of the decision being made, that is sufficient.
The hearing is in effect a complete restart of the case that was heard in the Magistrates Court.
In the latin, it is a 'de novo' hearing.
If new evidence has come to light, this can be presented.
If a witness has come forward since the original trial, they can give evidence.
We want to give you the best possible service.
However, if at any point you become unhappy or concerned about the service we/I have [change as appropriate] provided then you should inform us immediately, so that we can do our best to resolve the problem.
In the first instance it may be helpful to contact the person who is working on your case to discuss your concerns and we will do our best to resolve any issues at this stage [delete if not required].
If you would like to make a formal complaint, then you can read our full complaints procedure here.
However, if at any point you become unhappy or concerned about the service we/I have [change as appropriate] provided then you should inform us immediately, so that we can do our best to resolve the problem.
In the first instance it may be helpful to contact the person who is working on your case to discuss your concerns and we will do our best to resolve any issues at this stage [delete if not required].
If you would like to make a formal complaint, then you can read our full complaints procedure here.
IWe offer a 'free' 45 minute consulation in all of our work areas.
The figures below are intended to provide a good indication of the likely costs involved in your case.
Each case is diferent in terms of the amount of preparatory work involved and the number of witnesses required, so the costs of the case may vary.
During your free consultation, you wil be given a binding, 'agreed fee figure'.
Depending on the nature of the case, there may be third party costs or 'disbursements' that are not included in our fees.
The figures below are intended to provide a good indication of the likely costs involved in your case.
Each case is diferent in terms of the amount of preparatory work involved and the number of witnesses required, so the costs of the case may vary.
During your free consultation, you wil be given a binding, 'agreed fee figure'.
Depending on the nature of the case, there may be third party costs or 'disbursements' that are not included in our fees.
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