Crime FAQs

If you cannot find the answer to your Frequently Asked Question below, then please contact us or call us on 020 7428 6311 to speak to one of our expert lawyers.

  • What is a Duty Solicitor?
  • Can I get legal aid?
  • The police want to speak to me, what should I do?
  • What happens if I get arrested?
  • I have been charged with a criminal offence, what happens now?
  • I have received a summons, what should I do?
  • My case is in court and I don't have a solicitor, is it too late?
  • I already have a solicitor but I want to transfer, can I do this?
  • I have been found guilty, can I appeal?
  • I have a conviction, do I have to declare it?
  • I have been asked to be a witness in a criminal case, can I get a solicitor?
  • Will my car insurance cover my legal costs if I'm charged with a driving offence?
  • What is credit for a guilty plea?

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