Understand Your Situation
Buying or holding stolen items is a serious crime, but only if you knew they were stolen. We fight to prove your honesty.
Defending Handling Allegations
To be convicted of Handling Stolen Goods, the prosecution must prove you *knew* or *believed* the goods were stolen at the time you received them. Mere suspicion is not enough.
We focus entirely on your state of mind. Did you pay a fair price? Did you buy from a reputable source? If you bought an item on Gumtree or eBay believing it was legitimate, you are not guilty. We gather evidence of the transaction and your conduct to demonstrate you acted honestly.
Bought Stolen Stuff?
If you didn't know, it's not a crime. We build your defence.
Plan Your Defence
The Doctrine of Recent Possession
If you are found with stolen goods shortly after a theft, the court may infer you are the thief or handler. We rebut this presumption.
We provide the explanation for how you came by the goods. Whether it was a gift, a purchase, or you were holding it for a friend, we present your narrative clearly to the court to cast doubt on the prosecution's assertions of dishonesty.
Accused of Handling?
The penalty is higher than theft. Get expert legal advice 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.
