Early engagement with a reputable and experienced criminal defence team is crucial when facing potential criminal charges.
At Monan Gozzett LLP, we understand the importance of addressing legal issues at the earliest opportunity.
Our team of experts are proactive, not reactive, with the ultimate goal of avoiding court proceedings and bringing cases to an early conclusion.
Our Pre-Charge Engagement service is tailored to assist individuals who are under investigation or at risk of being charged with a criminal offence.
With a proven track record of successful outcomes, our dedicated team of expert solicitors is here to protect your rights and provide you with the best possible defence.
Why Pre-Charge Engagement Matters
Pre-Charge engagement involves taking positive action to avoid formal charges being brought against you.
This proactive approach enables our team to provide early legal advice, strategically plan your defence, and potentially avoid or mitigate charges' severity.
Moreover, it helps preserve your reputation and minimises emotional and financial stress during the legal process.
Our Pre-Charge Engagement Process
At Monan Gozzett LLP, we believe in proactive defence strategies, and our Pre-Charge Engagement process is designed to protect your rights and interests from the outset.
When you choose us to represent you during the critical pre-charge stage, you benefit from a thorough and strategic approach that maximises your chances of a favourable outcome.
Our Pre-Charge Engagement process encompasses the following key steps:
- Initial Consultation:
We begin by conducting a comprehensive initial consultation, where our dedicated solicitors will attentively listen to your situation and concerns. This is an essential step to understanding the details of your case thoroughly and laying the groundwork for an effective defence strategy. - Legal Analysis:
Our team of experienced legal experts meticulously analyses all available information and evidence related to your case. This critical examination forms the foundation of our defence strategy, enabling us to identify potential risks and strengths and any investigations we need to carry out ourselves to support the defence. - Communication with Authorities:
With your consent, we initiate contact with the officer in charge of the case (OIC) or the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). This allows us to gather additional insights into the investigation and ascertain timeframes, ensuring we have the most accurate and up-to-date information. The uncertainty of being investigated causes anxiety for the client and their family; providing regular updates removes this uncertainty and reduces anxiety. - Representations:
As part of our Pre-Charge Engagement process, we engage with the officer in the case (OIC) and the reviewing lawyer at the Crown Prosecution on your behalf. Once the file has been sent to the Crown Prosecution Service for a charging decision, we will submit a file on the client's behalf, including written representations with appendices highlighting why our client should not be charged with any criminal offences. Pre-charge engagement is encouraged by the Code for Crown Prosecutors, which also confirms if it may impact any decisions to charge. - Regular Updates:
Throughout the process, we keep you informed of the developments and progress in your case. Our commitment to transparent and frequent communication ensures that you remain fully aware of what is happening at every stage of the process.
Why Choose Monan Gozzett LLP?
Our pre-charge experts take great pride in being the premier choice for criminal defence representation.
Our decades of experience and expertise set us apart, ensuring we can skillfully navigate a diverse range of criminal cases. Our solicitors have a proven track record of success, securing favourable outcomes in complex and high-profile matters at the pre-charge stage. We will also engage leading King's Counsel Barristers from London to provide additional support if required.
We understand that each case is unique, so we approach every client with a personalised strategy. You can trust Monan Gozzett to keep you fully updated at every stage of the process.
We prioritise confidentiality, treating your case with utmost privacy. Our multidisciplinary team of experts enables us to handle a wide array of criminal cases, ensuring comprehensive legal representation. With a forward-thinking and innovative approach, we stay ahead in an ever-evolving legal landscape, providing you with a competitive advantage in your defence.
If you find yourself facing a criminal investigation, don't delay seeking legal representation.
Our Pre-Charge Engagement service is designed to provide proactive and effective defence strategies.
Schedule a confidential consultation with one of our expert criminal defence solicitors to protect your future and secure the best possible outcome for your case.
If you would like to speak to our expert legal team about this, or any related subject then please contact our team by phone on 0207 936 6329, Email or by completing our Quick Contact Form below.
Please note that we are unable to offer free legal advice. Our client services team are here to take your case details and explain any costs involved