CRIMINAL CASES

 

How an Attorney can help a suspected/arrested person

 

  1. Legal advice: A criminal lawyer provides legal advice to his/her client, explaining the suspect's/defendant's rights, the course of the trial, and the possible consequences.
  2. Legal representation: the criminal lawyer will handle all the "paperwork" related to the ongoing legal proceedings on behalf of the client. He also represents the suspect or accused in court and ensures that the client's rights are safeguarded and that he is adequately represented in court.
  3. Witness and evidence management: the criminal lawyer meticulously prepares the client's defence by gathering comprehensive evidence and identifying potential witnesses for the trial. This thorough approach instils confidence in the client's case.
  4. Planning trial strategy: the criminal lawyer develops a defence strategy to defend his client in court. This may include presenting evidence, questioning witnesses and presenting arguments at trial.
  5. Appeals: The criminal lawyer develops a defence strategy and represents his client in the Court of Appeal.

DEFENDING THE ACCUSED

  • participation in police interviews with the suspect
  • responding to charges
  • giving evidence
  • defending the accused in Court

ASSISTING THE VICTIM

  • participating in police interviews with the victim
  • liaising with the police on the progress of the investigation
  • submitting claims for compensation
  • acting as an assistant or representative of the victim in court proceedings
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