Criminal Department

We have an expert team who are experienced in representing people at the Police Station, facing allegations for a broad range of criminal offenses. 

Coming into conflict with the criminal justice system is an understandably confusing and distressing time for you and those closest to you. It is because of this that you will receive friendly and professional advice at all times.

It is vital that you contact us as soon as possible to discuss your circumstances.

Free Initial Telephone Options Appointment 

We provide a free initial telephone options appointment to see how we can assist in your circumstances. Please call 0330 333 2613 for a no obligation, initial discussion or email enquiries@elliotmather.co.uk and we will call you back.

Why might you have been asked to attend the Police Station? 

You may have been asked to attend the Police Station for a voluntary interview, or because you are under arrest on suspicion of committing a crime. Whatever the circumstances, it is vital that you have legal representation from the start.

If you have been asked to attend the Police Station for a voluntary interview or if you are under arrest on suspicion of a criminal offence, you have the automatic right to free and independent legal advice from a Defence Solicitor.

Why is it important to have a solicitor present at the Police Station? 

Criminal prosecutions will usually begin at the Police Station, it is therefore of the utmost importance that you have access to expert legal advice, as any decisions made during interviews could have a decisive effect upon the outcome of the investigation. 

When you have the benefit of legal advice at your interview, the investigators will provide our representative with ‘disclosure’ outlining the reasons they wish to interview you. You will then have the opportunity to discuss this in private with your solicitor prior to the interview, it will allow you to understand how the investigators think you have committed a crime, and discuss any information or evidence that contradicts this. 

Funding

At the police station you are entitled to free initial legal advice and representation under Legal Aid. Speak to us today to find out more.

We can also act on a private paying basis across the country.

How we can help

At Elliot Mather, our dedicated Criminal team offer friendly and professional advice. We understand that going through the criminal procedure is distressing for all concerned.

Our team are experienced in representing clients who have been alleged to have committed a broad range of crimes. It is vital that you contact us as soon as possible to discuss your circumstances.

Location 

Our Solicitors are able to provide expert advice across the country with a network of offices based in: Chesterfield, Nottingham, Mansfield and Derby.

How to get in contact 

Our team are on hand to help you and can assist wherever you are based. Please call us on 0330 333 2613 for a no-obligation, initial discussion or email enquiries@elliotmather.co.uk and we will call or email you back.

How to make contact out of hours 

We operate a call out system, meaning that representation from our expert criminal law team can be requested at any time of the day or night.  The police will contact a call centre who will then telephone us immediately.

If you require assistance from one of our criminal defence solicitors when out of our normal office hours, it is vital that you call us on:

• Chesterfield: 07717802850
• Derby: 07776240152
• Mansfield: 07741592301
• Nottinghamshire: 07741592301

• HMRC Interview Under Caution
• Released under investigation