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Hooliganism lawyer
A hooliganism lawyer provides professional assistance to persons suspected, accused, and victims in cases related to Article 296 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. His activities are of critical importance for ensuring the success of protecting your rights in criminal proceedings. The importance of a hooliganism lawyer cannot be overestimated, as he performs a number of key functions, including ensuring the legality of the process, forming an effective strategy for protecting the client, communicating with law enforcement agencies (if necessary for the case) and even providing psychological support to the accused or victim.
The concept of hooliganism: Article 296 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine
In Ukrainian law, hooliganism is defined as a gross violation of public order motivated by obvious disrespect for society, accompanied by special impudence or exceptional cynicism (Article 296 of the Criminal Code). Hooligan acts include any crimes committed for other reasons, but with a gross violation of public order obvious to the perpetrator. An important feature is a gross violation of public order, which usually goes beyond minor offenses. Special impudence can manifest itself in a blatant disregard for generally accepted norms of behavior (for example, damaging someone else’s property). Exceptional cynicism is characterized by a contemptuous attitude towards universal human values (for example, desecration of monuments).
Crimes committed with hooligan motives: definition in the Criminal Code of Ukraine?
Such crimes should primarily include:
- intentional murder exclusively with hooligan motives (clause 7, part 2, article 115 of the Criminal Code);
- desecration of a grave, body of a deceased person, other burial place committed with hooligan motives (part 3, article 297 of the Criminal Code);
- cruelty to animals with hooligan motives (article 299 of the Criminal Code).
What responsibility will a person bear in case of hooliganism?
The degrees of punishment are different depending on the criminally punishable act. Therefore, it is worth considering different types of responsibility:
- under part 1, article 296 of the Criminal Code (basic form of hooliganism) – a fine of 17,000 UAH, probationary supervision, restriction of liberty for up to 5 years;
- under part 2, article 296 of the Criminal Code (hooliganism committed by a group of persons) – restriction of liberty for up to 5 years, imprisonment for up to 4 years;
- according to Part 3 of Art. 296 of the Criminal Code (hooliganism committed by a person who previously had a criminal record, with the use of weapons and other aggravating circumstances) – imprisonment for up to 7 years.
When should you contact a hooliganism lawyer?
Your interests in a criminal case can be represented by a hooliganism lawyer. The defense attorney can enter the process at any stage of the criminal proceedings, in particular at the stage of pre-trial investigation, during the trial, at the stage of appealing the court verdict.
By what criteria should you choose a reliable hooliganism lawyer?
A good criminal lawyer is either a former investigator, prosecutor, who clearly understands how the investigation works, or a lawyer with extensive experience. This is especially important if you need a lawyer for serious crimes, in particular under Part 3 of Article 296 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. The main criteria by which you can determine that a criminal lawyer is truly professional are as follows:
- Relationships. A good criminal lawyer, law firm always has clients;
- Office. A lawyer must have an office and not change it for a certain time (at least a year). There are, of course, different cases, but the most important factor in choosing a lawyer is stability;
- Reviews. Before hiring a criminal lawyer, first look at the reviews about him on the company’s website or on social networks;
- Media. Today, his social networks (Instagram, Facebook, etc.) will tell the best about each person. This will help you understand what cases the lawyer is conducting, what achievements he has;
- Experience. An experienced criminal lawyer should not only convince you that he clearly understands what is happening in your specific situation, he should also tell you about positive cases in his practice;
- Contract. An official contract with a lawyer is a complex and important thing. Don’t be lazy – read it and make sure of the integrity of your specialist.
How does a hooliganism lawyer work in a criminal case?
The company “Prikhodko & Partners”, having only experienced specialists in its team, specializes in comprehensive criminal cases. Our hooliganism lawyer can provide you with:
- initial consultation. The most important step is detailed communication. The lawyer will carefully listen to the circumstances of your case, orient you on the cost, provide a contract for review and subsequent signing;
- familiarization with the materials of the criminal case and formation of a defense strategy. After entering the case, the specialist immediately familiarizes himself with the evidence, suspicion, verdict and other documents related to your case;
- preparation of all necessary documents and participation in court sessions.
Cost of services of a hooliganism lawyer of the company “Prikhodko & Partners”
In criminal cases, in particular those related to hooliganism, the cost of our lawyer’s services includes payment for the assistance provided, as well as a success fee (determined within the framework of an introductory consultation). The law firm “Prikhodko & Partners” offers two main payment options, designed to ensure maximum efficiency and transparency of interaction with the client:
- support of individual investigative actions (ideal for those who are not a party to the case). It allows you to receive targeted qualified assistance in specific situations. Among the main services, it is worth highlighting the preparation of a response to a request for the provision of documents (from $ 100), support during interrogation or during a search (from $ 200), return of seized or arrested property (from $ 500, a certain % of the total value of the property), other procedural actions (paid hourly by agreement with the client);
- Comprehensive criminal case management (designed primarily for those who are suspects, accused or convicted). The cost of a lawyer’s support for each stage of the process varies from $3,000 to $10,000 (for example, pre-trial investigation, court of first instance, appeal, cassation).
We also charge separately for introductory consultations, which are divided into express telephone consultations for 3,000 hryvnias or a full consultation in the office for 4,200 hryvnias.
We strive to provide the most effective protection of our clients’ interests by offering transparent terms of cooperation. Contact us to discuss your case and receive an individual estimate of the cost of services.
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