Lawyer in criminal proceedings

Any modern person can become a participant in a criminal process and act as a witness or victim, as well as an accused or suspect. The main task at the prosecution stage is to analyze the situation and develop an effective defense algorithm. It is very difficult for a person who does not have a legal education to do this. You will need a lawyer in criminal proceedings to protect your interests. Lawyers of the law firm “PRIKHODKO & PARTNERS” have many years of practical experience in protecting the interests of their clients in criminal proceedings.

The role of a lawyer in criminal proceedings

The main task of any criminal proceeding is to punish criminals, as well as to prevent the occurrence of new offenses. Accused, suspects and other participants in a criminal case are subject to the principle of presumption of innocence until a guilty verdict is issued. In the process of performing their official functions, the prosecutor’s office, investigation, and judicial bodies must act exclusively within the framework of the law, control over their behavior is one of the most important tasks of the bar.

The defender in the criminal process provides a number of services, namely:

• Compilation of documents

The lawyer is engaged in writing and submitting requests, statements, objections, lawsuits at the destination.

• Consultancy

The defense attorney in the criminal process provides consulting services – explanations, advice on legal issues.

• Representation

Lawyers can perform certain procedural actions on behalf of the civil defendant, in the interests of the civil plaintiff, the victim, etc.

• Escort of convicts

Legal assistance is also provided during the serving of sentences by convicts.

• Protection

This is a set of measures aimed at protecting the freedoms and rights of the accused, suspects, defendants (including persons subject to extradition).

• Witness services

Lawyers provide information services for witnesses and protect whistleblowers (for example, in cases related to corruption offenses).

Types of defense counsel assistance in criminal proceedings

Lawyers in criminal proceedings of the law company “PRIKHODKO & PARTNERS” provide the following types of assistance in criminal proceedings:

Lawyer for the suspect

A suspect is a person who has been detained on suspicion of committing a crime. The lawyer protects the suspect from illegal actions by the investigative authorities. The role of the lawyer at the pre-trial investigation stage is very important.

Lawyer for the detainee

A detainee is a person who must remain in a designated place in accordance with a previously issued court order. The lawyer ensures that the rights of the detainee are respected, monitors the legitimacy of the detention and other actions against the person.

Lawyer for the victim

A victim is a person who, as a result of a criminal offense, received moral, physical or property damage. A lawyer will help you make a correct statement about a crime, help you collect all the necessary evidence.

Attorney for the witness

A witness is a person who has information about the circumstances of a specific criminal proceeding. The lawyer provides the witness with information about his legal status, will be directly present at the interrogation to prevent pressure on the witness from the investigator and other parties.

Thus, a defense attorney in a criminal trial is a lawyer who must have many years of practical experience in this field. The lawyers of “PRIKHODKO & PARTNERS” meet these criteria. We will be able to build the right protection model and provide the necessary legal assistance. Our defense attorneys in criminal proceedings meet all requirements.

Our lawyers in criminal proceedings:

• Perform all functions of a criminal lawyer.
• They provide clients with legal advice.
• Ready to conduct own pre-trial investigation (if necessary).
• Act as a direct representative at a court hearing.
• They accompany the client to the logical conclusion of the criminal case.

If you or your loved ones have become participants in criminal proceedings, contact us. We will make every effort to prove your innocence. “PRIKHODKO & PARTNERS” lawyers will be able to fully protect your rights. Sign up for a consultation – fill in the answers in the form below and calculate the price of the help of a professional lawyer!