Criminal Law
Whether you have been charged with assault, drug offences, theft, fraud, or a driving offence — or you need urgent bail representation — submit one request and get connected with a criminal defence lawyer experienced in your specific charge type and jurisdiction.
⚠ If you have been charged, have a court date, or are currently being questioned by police — mention it clearly in the form so your request can be prioritised.
What You Can Submit
From police questioning through to trial and appeals — submit your matter and a criminal defence lawyer will follow up to discuss your options.
Charges involving alleged physical assault, common assault, grievous bodily harm, and related offences — from minor matters to serious charges.
Bail applications, bail variations, parole hearings, and breaches of bail or parole conditions. Urgent matters handled as a priority.
Possession, use, supply, trafficking, and importation of prohibited substances. Defence strategies vary significantly depending on the charge and circumstances.
DUI, high-range PCA, drug driving, licence disqualification, dangerous driving, and other serious traffic offences.
Charges involving theft, shoplifting, robbery, fraud, dishonesty offences, and white-collar crime matters.
Legal representation for young people charged with criminal offences — focusing on diversionary programs, cautions, and rehabilitation outcomes where possible.
Applications to have criminal records spent, suppressed, or sealed under applicable state and territory legislation.
Apprehended violence orders (AVOs), domestic violence orders (DVOs), breach of orders, and related criminal proceedings.
Defence representation for sexual assault, indecent assault, and related charges — handled with strict confidentiality.
When to Act
In criminal law, timing matters more than almost any other area. Early representation protects your rights, improves your outcome, and can sometimes resolve a matter before it proceeds to trial.
Criminal charges proceed through the Local/Magistrates Court (summary offences), District Court (indictable offences), or Supreme Court (serious charges). A criminal lawyer can advise on whether to plead guilty, negotiate with the prosecution for a charge reduction, or run a defended hearing — but preparation requires time.
You have the right to silence under common law and under state and territory police powers legislation. Anything said in a police interview can be used as evidence. Getting legal advice before answering questions — even voluntary ones — is strongly recommended and can significantly affect what happens next.
A bail refusal by police or the Magistrates Court can be challenged at a higher court — but applications must be made promptly. A criminal lawyer can prepare a bail application with the right conditions to address the prosecution's objections and give the application the best chance of success.
Drug supply and trafficking charges carry significant maximum sentences — up to life imprisonment for serious importation offences under Commonwealth law. Defence strategies vary considerably based on quantity, circumstances, and available evidence. Early legal advice determines the most viable path: contested hearing, plea negotiation, or diversion.
Appeals against conviction or sentence are subject to strict time limits — typically 28 days from the date of decision. Grounds of appeal include errors of law, excessive sentencing, and fresh evidence. Acting within the appeal period is essential — out-of-time appeals require special leave and are harder to bring.
Juvenile offenders are dealt with in the Children's Court under state youth justice legislation — with a focus on rehabilitation, diversionary programs, and cautions rather than conviction. Early legal representation can secure outcomes that avoid a criminal record entirely, which is critical for a young person's future.
How It Works
You do not need to explain everything upfront. Describe the charge or situation as clearly as you can — a criminal defence lawyer will review and follow up to discuss your options.
Submit Your RequestSubmit the form with your contact details, state, the type of charge or criminal matter, and a brief summary. Mention any court dates or custody situations.
Your matter is reviewed with the charge type, urgency, and location in mind so the right criminal defence lawyer can be identified.
A criminal lawyer contacts you to discuss the matter. Urgent requests — custody, imminent court dates, bail — are treated as the highest priority.
Information That Helps
The more clearly you describe the situation, the easier it is to identify the right criminal lawyer and prioritise your request appropriately.
The specific charge or offence — or a description of what happened if not yet charged.
Court name and any upcoming court dates, including mention court, District Court, or Supreme Court.
Whether the person is in custody, on bail, or on remand.
Whether there has been any prior legal representation on this matter.
The state or territory where the offence occurred or where the court proceedings are taking place.
Any prior criminal history, if relevant to the current matter.
If any of the following apply, include it clearly in your summary so your request can be flagged as urgent.
Submitting this form does not create a lawyer-client relationship and does not replace formal legal advice.
Coverage
Criminal law requests accepted from all states and territories.
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