Offences of Violence
Rigorous defence services for allegations ranging from common assault to severe bodily harm, focusing on evidential scrutiny and the application of statutory defences.
The Legal Context
Offences of violence in England and Wales range from common assault under the Criminal Justice Act 1988 to serious bodily harm under the Offences Against the Person Act 1861. Legal representation involves rigorous scrutiny of evidence, establishing factual causation, and presenting statutory defences such as lawful self-defence.
Statutory Frameworks for Violent Offences
Objective legal representation for assault and grievous bodily harm allegations.
Legal assistance is provided for allegations under Section 39 of the Criminal Justice Act 1988, involving the apprehension or application of unlawful force where no significant injury is sustained.
Defence services are available for charges under the Assaults on Emergency Workers (Offences) Act 2018, addressing incidents involving police, paramedics, and other statutory workers during the execution of their duties.
Representation is offered for charges under Section 47 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861, requiring an objective analysis of medical evidence and the precise extent of injuries sustained.
Legal support is provided for defending allegations of inflicting grievous bodily harm without intent, focusing on the lack of specific malice and evaluating the forensic and medical evidence presented.
Rigorous legal evaluation is applied to high-stakes charges of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, strictly challenging the prosecution's assertions regarding the defendant's state of mind and intentionality.
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FAQ
Some questions we get, which may help you in this moment
This is a common confusion. Criminal proceedings involve the state prosecuting you for an offence, often resulting in a court hearing. The outcome can be a penalty or prison. Civil law involves disputes between individuals or businesses (like a contract dispute). In court cases regarding civil matters, we fight for your rights against other parties to secure damages or injunctions.
Yes. This is our speciality. During a police investigation, we scrutinise witness statements and digital evidence to find flaws. We actively intervene before a charge is brought. If you seek legal advice early, we can often make representations to the CPS to drop the case, arguing that it is not in the public interest to proceed.
A voluntary police interview is a trap for the unprepared. It is not a casual chat; it is a formal interview under caution. A police officer will ask you to answer questions which are recorded and used as evidence.
If you are asked to attend a voluntary interview, you must seek legal advice immediately. Do not go alone. We provide specialist voluntary interview advice to ensure you do not incriminate yourself. We also negotiate bail terms and bail conditions on your behalf. Please contact our emergency team on 07767 268 607 before agreeing to a date.
A voluntary police interview (often called a "Caution Plus 3") is a trap for the unprepared. Do not be misled by the word "voluntary." It is a formal police investigation.
If you agree to attend a voluntary interview, you will be cautioned, and a police officer will ask you to answer questions under recording. This evidence can be used to prosecute you. You have the exact same rights as someone under arrest, including the right to seek legal advice and have a solicitor present.
Do not go alone. We act as your buffer, advising you on whether to answer or exercise your right to silence. We also ensure that no restrictive bail conditions are imposed on you unnecessarily. Please contact our emergency team immediately if you are contacted by the police.
Yes. We are experienced legal aid solicitors. We can assess your eligibility for government funding for criminal defence (police station attendance is free) and certain family or housing matters. If you do not qualify, we offer transparent private rates.
Access to justice is a fundamental right. As experienced legal aid solicitors, we hold a contract with the Legal Aid Agency to provide government-funded defence.
- Police Station: Everyone, regardless of income, is entitled to free legal assistance at the police station. This is a statutory right.
- Court Proceedings: For Magistrates' and Crown Court matters, Legal Aid is "means-tested" (based on your income) and "merits-tested" (based on the seriousness of the case).
- Family: Funding may be available for specific cases. Please call us on 02036202288 or email us at info@centralchamberslaw.com to discuss your eligibility.
During your initial consultation, we will assess your eligibility. If you do not qualify, we provide expert legal advice on a private basis with transparent, fixed fees so you know exactly where you stand.
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