Criminal Law

CJCH Criminal Department helps individuals and companies in all manner of criminal cases.

CJCH Criminal Department are specialist in the following areas:

Police Station Representation
Magistrates Court Representation
Youth Court Representation
Crown Court Representation

Call Us on 0333 231 6405 or if it’s an emergency call 07967 305949

With offices across Wales, the CJCH Solicitors criminal law team offer one of the most highly respected and dynamic criminal defence networks in the country. Our team provide a top quality, specialist service to both private and publicly funded clients ensuring representation at all stages and for all types of criminal investigation and proceedings. Our personalised services include police station representation; counter fraud and trading standards investigation, interviews and proceedings; court-martial proceedings; magistrates court, Crown Court and Court of Appeal proceedings and advocacy.

The team also offers a 24 hour emergency contact for all criminal law related matters.

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Frequently Asked Questions

I have been arrested – what do I do?

It is vital that you do not make any comments to the arresting Officer about the allegation. Do not struggle or resist the Police. It can only make matters worse. As soon as you arrive at the Police Station. Inform the custody sergeant that you wish to instruct CJCH.

Do I have to pay for you to represent me at the Police Station?

No. Every single person in the country, no matter how wealthy, is entitled to free representation when being questioned about an alleged offence by a Police Officer. We will never charge you for representing you at a Police Station.

Do I have to answer police questions?

No. Anyone being questioned by the Police has a right to silence. There are risks attached to either staying silent or to giving an account to the Police. This is why it is vital that you have a Lawyer at the Police Station to represent you so that you can get the best advice possible as to how you should deal with Police questioning.

I have been charged with an offence – what do I do now?

Contact us as soon as possible to let us know what time and date you are to appear at Court and to call to see us for an initial discussion. The sooner we know the better prepared you – and we – will be.

Will my case be heard at the Magistrates Court or the Crown Court?

Some cases are deemed to be so minor that they can only ever be dealt with at the Magistrates Court. Equally, some very serious offences can only ever be dealt with at the Crown Court. There are a large number of offences which fall between these two extremes and which could be dealt with at either Court. These are called “either way” offences. The Magistrates can decide to allocate either way cases to the Crown Court but, where the Magistrates say that they are happy to deal with the case themselves, you can still choose to have your case sent to the Crown Court. We can advise you about the advantages and disadvantages of either course.

Pricing information

Potential cost associated with a standard matter in the Magistrates Court

On a guilty plea: fee of £350 (ex VAT) for a typical straight forward claim

On a trial matter: fee of £900 (ex VAT)

Fixed fee only. Services included in fee Includes representation in court, all preparatory work, and conference. Get in touch

When will payments be required?

Once the client has instructed the firm to act on their behalf, an up-front fee of £300.00 (ex VAT) would be required on account to start proceedings

There after, balance of fee is required prior to conclusion of case

Not included in above mentioned fee structures

On a typical case: expert reports not required, but if the case does require such a report then this will be in addition to the above.

What are the key milestones/stages to be aware of?

If client pleads guilty: Will be concluded at first hearing

If matter goes to trial: Typically resolved within one to two months

CJCH Criminal Department are specialist in the following areas:

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Meet your Criminal Law team

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