A criminal defence strategy should be built around the evidence, the law and the client’s objectives. Ghafar Khan provides clear advice on risk, available options and the route ahead, then reviews that strategy as the case develops.
Building a criminal defence strategy
No two cases are identical. A focused plan may begin at the police station or after charge and continue through disclosure, court hearings, expert evidence, trial preparation and sentence or appeal.
What a defence strategy may address
- the allegation and the issues genuinely in dispute;
- whether early representations should be made;
- bail, legal aid and the immediate court timetable;
- disclosure requests and defence enquiries;
- expert reports, witness evidence and advocacy;
- applications concerning admissibility, identification or procedure.
Clear advice at each stage
A strategy is not fixed once and forgotten. New evidence may alter the strengths, risks or available applications. Clients should understand why a step is recommended and how it fits into the wider defence case.
Ghafar Khan is a Criminal Defence Solicitor and High Court Advocate. He prepares serious and complex cases with experienced solicitors, specialist barristers and King’s Counsel where appropriate, acting throughout England and Wales.
Contact Ghafar Khan: 24/7 mobile 07500 556587 · notguilty@ghafarkhan.com · #CALLGFA
General information only. Advice depends upon the facts of the individual case.