Criminal Defence for Foreign Nationals
If you have been accused of any form of criminal offence as a foreign national, it is essential that you have expert legal advice and representation.
At JD Spicer Zeb, we understand how stressful and upsetting it can be to find yourself under investigation for a crime, particularly when you are not a UK citizen. If you are a foreign national, such as a Chinese national or American national, you will still be entitled to support from our expert criminal defence solicitors.
Using our detailed knowledge of criminal law, our team have a strong record of helping clients avoid charges, secure early acquittals and win not guilty verdicts in court, as well as achieve reduced penalties if a conviction is unavoidable.
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We have worked on many high-profile cases throughout the UK, with a high success rate when providing criminal defence for foreign nationals at the Magistrates’ Court, Youth Court, Crown Court, Court of Appeal and all the way up to the Supreme Court if necessary.
Our highly experienced criminal defence for foreign nationals solicitors offer the following to American nationals, Chinese nationals, and any other foreign nationals:
- 24/7 legal support in person and over the phone, 365 days a year
- Representation anywhere in England or Wales
- Accredited Police Station Representatives to support you during a police interview
- Clear, effective legal advice in any language (see our languages spoken)
Speak to our criminal defence for foreign nationals lawyers
If you are a Chinese national, American national, or any other foreign nationality, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
You can contact a member of our dedicated team of criminal defence lawyers in London, Birmingham, and Manchester by telephone on:
- Brent & Camden London Office: 020 7624 7771
- Manchester Office: 0161 835 1638
- Birmingham Office: 0121 614 3333
- City of London: 0207 624 7771 – our senior Solicitors and Partners can meet by appointment in the City.
Or email: solicitors@jdspicer.co.uk
Alternatively, you can fill out our quick online enquiry form, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Why choose JD Spicer Zeb’s criminal law solicitors for foreign nationals?
It is essential that you receive the right advice and support from specialist criminal defence solicitors, no matter your circumstances or the offence you have been accused of committing.
While you will have the option of a ‘duty solicitor’ to provide your criminal defence, we recommend you choose your own legal representative to ensure you have the strongest possible defence against the allegations you are facing.
Our dedicated criminal defence solicitors for foreign nationals are ready to act in your defence, providing clear and straightforward advice that helps you to understand your position.
What type of cases do JD Spicer Zeb’s criminal law solicitors take on?
Our dedicated team of criminal defence solicitors for foreign nationals can advise and represent you for all stages of criminal proceedings related to offences including but not limited to:
- Sexual Offences
- Assaults, from Common Assault to Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH)
- Theft, Burglary and Robbery
- Benefit fraud
- Serious Fraud
- White Collar Crime
- Conspiracies
- Cyber Crime
- Public Order Offences
- Driving Offences
- Youth Crime
- Murder
- Manslaughter
- Serious Crime
- Firearms
- Drugs Offences (from simple possession to possession with intent to supply, drugs conspiracies, cultivation and production)
- Human Trafficking
- Terrorism
- Money Laundering
- Extradition
- Breach of Court Orders (including Non-Molestation Orders and Restraining Orders)
- Customs & Excise
- Kidnap & False Imprisonment
- Coercive Control
Pre-Charge Bail
If you are released on pre-charge bail (also simply known as being released on bail), after a police interview, this means an investigation will continue so more evidence can be gathered before a final charging decision is made.
Whilst the police are making their decision they may impose bail conditions, such as restrictions on where you can go and requirements to attend the police station on a certain day.
To find out more in relation to pre charge bail please use the links provided below:
- Pre-charge bail and Released Under Investigation (RUI)
- On Bail But Not Charged - What Does It Mean?
- How long can you be on bail without charge UK?
Contact our criminal law solicitors for foreign nationals now
If you are a Chinese national, American national, or any other foreign nationality, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
You can contact a member of our dedicated team of criminal defence lawyers in London, Birmingham, and Manchester by telephone on:
- Brent & Camden London Office: 020 7624 7771
- Manchester Office: 0161 835 1638
- Birmingham Office: 0121 614 3333
- City of London: 0207 624 7771 – our senior Solicitors and Partners can meet by appointment in the City.
Or email: solicitors@jdspicer.co.uk
Alternatively, you can fill out our quick online enquiry form, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
24/7 legal representation for Foreign Nationals
Please get in touch for a free initial consultation with one of our expert criminal defence, as well as for immediate advice and representation.
For immediate representation and advice, you can contact our Emergency Number: 0783 657 7556, and we will provide you with the urgent assistance you need.
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