Our services
Criminal defence for Croydon
Early advice can help you understand the situation before you decide what to do next.
AB Mackenzie Solicitors assists people in Croydon with criminal investigations and court proceedings. We are based in Bromley and confirm the practical arrangements for each matter when you contact us.
01 / Police investigations
Advice at the police station
An arrest or interview request can arrive without warning. If you are detained, ask the custody officer for free, independent legal advice. You can request AB Mackenzie Solicitors.
If you are invited to a voluntary interview under caution, speak to us before the appointment. A voluntary interview remains part of a criminal investigation, even though you attend by arrangement.
We can discuss attendance, seek the information available about the allegation, advise you privately and assist during questioning. Your solicitor’s advice about answering questions will depend on your own circumstances and the material available.
For an immediate custody or interview matter, telephone the emergency line and identify the police station involved.
Police station help: 07442 505012
02 / Criminal proceedings
Representation at court
If you have received a summons, requisition or charge sheet, keep it safe and tell us the hearing date. Court documents identify the venue at which you must attend; do not assume it is the nearest court to your home.
We advise on the evidence, plea, bail, preparation for trial and sentencing considerations. The firm represents clients in the Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court and arranges counsel where appropriate.
Your case may require witness material, document review or expert input. We explain what needs to be done and discuss how the work will be funded.
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03 / Your licence
Driving allegations and motoring proceedings
Where you depend on driving, a prosecution can have wider consequences for work, family and caring responsibilities. We help you understand the alleged offence, the evidence and the possible penalties.
Our criminal defence work includes drink and drug driving, speeding, driving without insurance, careless driving and dangerous driving. Depending on the matter, advice may involve examining the allegation, preparing for a contested hearing or presenting mitigation.
The firm cannot guarantee that a prosecution will be withdrawn or that you will retain your licence. We give advice on the individual case and the options that can properly be advanced.
Published motoring fee guidance04 / Serious & sensitive cases
Complex crime, fraud and sexual allegations
Some investigations involve extensive financial records, digital evidence, multiple defendants or sensitive personal allegations. AB Mackenzie represents clients in serious crime, fraud, financial crime and sexual offence matters.
We discuss the stage of the investigation, review the material available and identify the preparation required. Where needed, we work with barristers and other specialists to address the legal and evidential issues.
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