Blackburn criminal defence coverage
Urgent advice and criminal defence representation are available for people arrested, interviewed or charged in Blackburn and the surrounding East Lancashire area.
Criminal cases in Blackburn
All criminal cases begin in a Magistrates’ Court. Blackburn Magistrates’ Court handles criminal work, while serious cases may be sent to a Crown Court according to the court’s listing decision and the notice issued in the case.
- First appearances and bail
- Trials and sentencing
- Cases sent for Crown Court trial or sentence
Police interviews and investigations
Free and independent legal advice is available for police interviews, whether following arrest or by voluntary arrangement. Ask the police to contact Ghafar Khan before the interview begins.
- Blackburn and East Lancashire enquiries
- Telephone, digital and financial evidence
- Serious and multi-defendant investigations
Lancashire office location
Blackburn is the Lancashire office location. Contact the team to arrange an appointment; no street address is published on this page. Representation remains available throughout England and Wales.
Common questions
Can I ask for Ghafar Khan at a Blackburn police station?+
Yes. Ask the police to contact Ghafar Khan on 07500 556587 before interview.
Do you cover cases sent outside Blackburn?+
Yes. Representation is available across England and Wales, including cases transferred to a Crown Court elsewhere.
Speak to Ghafar Khan now.
For urgent criminal defence advice, call the 24/7 number.