Understand Your Situation
Section 18 GBH is one of the most serious violent offences in UK law, alleging an intent to cause serious harm. Immediate, expert representation is vital.
Robust Defence for Wounding With Intent
Being charged with Section 18 GBH (Wounding with Intent) places you at risk of a lengthy prison sentence. The prosecution claims you not only caused serious injury but *intended* to do so. This intent is the battleground of your defence.
We work tirelessly to dismantle the prosecution's narrative. By scrutinising forensic evidence, intent, and the circumstances leading up to the incident, we aim to cast doubt on the specific intent required for this charge. Whether arguing self-defence or seeking to downgrade the charge to Section 20, our goal is to secure the best possible outcome for you in a high-stakes environment.
Charged with Intent?
Section 18 carries severe penalties. Contact our specialist team immediately for advice.
Plan Your Defence
Technical Analysis: The Element of Intent
The critical factor in *Section 18 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861* is specific intent. The prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt that the defendant intended to cause *really serious bodily harm* or to resist arrest.
Unlike Section 20, recklessness is not sufficient. This is an 'indictable only' offence, triable exclusively in the Crown Court. Sentencing guidelines are severe, often ranging from 3 to 16 years, up to a maximum of Life Imprisonment. Legal arguments often focus on the defendant's state of mind, intoxication issues, or the credibility of 'intent' inferred from the weapon or severity of the attack.
Build Your Defence
We challenge the evidence of intent to protect your liberty. Speak to us now.
Legal Aid Availability
For many criminal matters, from police station interviews to Crown Court trials, public funding (Legal Aid) may be available to cover your legal costs.
Eligibility is determined by the seriousness of the case and, in some instances, a means assessment. Our team will conduct an immediate, confidential assessment of your eligibility to ensure that financial constraints do not stand in the way of a robust defence.
