Criminal Defence Solicitors

General criminal defence guidance from first interview through to court proceedings.

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Overview

Criminal allegations can have immediate and serious consequences. MH Solicitors provides general guidance on legal rights, procedural safeguards and defence preparation.

Criminal Services

Police station representation

Guidance on interview rights and early-stage criminal procedure.

Magistrates' and Crown Court defence

Support preparing defence strategy and evidence review.

Motoring offences

Advice on common driving allegations and potential court outcomes.

Assault allegations

Guidance on evidential issues, intent and defence arguments.

Fraud and financial crime

Support on documentary cases and complex allegation management.

Appeals

Advice on challenging conviction or sentence where grounds exist.

Serious crime

Representation in serious and complex cases, including homicide and other grave offences.

Law Society Criminal Litigation Accreditation

Accredited Criminal Defence & Legal Aid Services

Holders of the Law Society Criminal Litigation Accreditation, we defend clients at every stage from the police station to the Crown Court, and can assess Legal Aid eligibility for those who qualify.

Our process

01

Urgent contact

We assess immediate risk and procedural deadlines.

02

Case review

We review allegations, disclosure and available evidence.

03

Defence preparation

We identify key issues, witnesses and legal arguments.

04

Hearing support

We guide clients through hearings and post-outcome options.

Frequently asked questions

Legal advice at interview stage can be important for understanding rights and protecting your position.

The court addresses plea and case management issues, then sets directions for the next stage.

Disclosure is the process by which prosecution material is provided in line with legal obligations.

Some offences can result in penalty points or disqualification depending on severity and history.

Magistrates' Courts handle many summary matters, while Crown Court hears more serious cases and some appeals.

Appeals may be available against conviction or sentence, subject to legal grounds and time limits.

Timelines vary with case complexity, court capacity and evidential issues.

Criminal enquiry

Complete this form and our team will respond by email or phone.

Or email contact@mhsolicitors.com