Criminal Proceedings
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Why engage Nardi Lawyers for your criminal matter?
Criminal Lawyers Broadmeadows
When you are facing criminal law charges, it’s important to take your next steps carefully. It can be difficult to know exactly what to say in a police interview and you may be worried about whether or not you will need to attend court. Criminal charges can also affect ongoing family law matters, adding even more stress to the situation.
For comprehensive and supportive legal advice and services, turn to Nardi Lawyers. We are your dedicated criminal lawyers serving Broadmeadows.
Our team will respond to your query within 24 hours, and we are proud to offer accessible legal services, including fixed-fee services for certain cases and assistance outside of business hours.
Have You Been Charged with an Offence? Get Criminal Law Advice for Broadmeadows Locals
If you have received criminal charges or have been asked to attend a police interview, the best thing you can do is seek immediate legal advice. Those who are being questioned by the police are entitled to make two phone calls, not just one. You can contact a family member or friend, AND you can call your lawyer.
Nardi Lawyers is on hand to help you achieve the best possible outcome, and we strongly recommend calling our criminal lawyers in Broadmeadows as soon as you have been made aware of criminal charges.
Working together, we can help you take the next steps.
548,354
Approximate Criminal Offences Per Year In Victoria
92,521
Approximate Family Incidents Per Year In Victoria
Criminal Law Services
Assault
There are many charges that fall under the category of assault. Often you will be charged with intentionally cause injury, recklessly cause injury and summary assault, all for the one incident – normally only one of these charges will proceed and it is important that we talk with police without delay – call today to discuss your matter.
Family Violence
Offences of this nature are increasingly before the courts (as seen in the stats above) and often involve an attached intervention order where the police are the Applicant. Early advice is critical, so don’t hesitate to call us!
Drug Offences
Certain drug offences result in what is called ‘reverse burden of proof’ – which means that rather than the prosecution proving you are guilty beyond all reasonable doubt, you need to prove that you did not commit the offence.
Theft
Theft can involve either a small sum of property or a large sum, but either way, it is an indictable offence. This means it is in the higher category of offences and legal advice is very important. These ‘dishonesty’ type offences can affect other aspects of your life in the future, such as insurances.
If you have been charged with a minor theft, and you have limited or no prior matters, you may be eligible for Diversion.
Sexual Offences
These matters are also increasingly before the court. Some are historic matters where the alleged incident occurred many years ago, and others are current day matters. Certain sexual offences can also result in the accused being place on the Sex Offence Register upon conviction.
Appeals
Appeals are in the spotlight at the moment with reform on the way. Currently, you can have a complete rehearing from the Magistrates’ Court to the County Court. You are not bound by what occurred in the Magistrates’ Court and you can change your plea. We have experience in Appeals all the way to the Supreme Court of Appeal.
Criminal Law Services Offered by Our Lawyers in Broadmeadows
The criminal law services we can help you with include:
- Assault charges, including intentionally cause injury, recklessly cause injury, and summary assault
- Charges related to family violence, including applying for or defending an Intervention Order
- Drug offences, including charges where you need to prove that you did not commit the offence (reverse burden of proof)
- Theft charges of all kinds, including minor and major offences
- Sexual offences, including historic and current matters
- Appealing the outcome of your case. We have experience all the way to the Supreme Court of Appeal.
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Criminal Law Proceedings Can Change Your Life. Find Out How Our Team Can Assist You
Our family and criminal lawyers are proud to serve Broadmeadows and the surrounding suburbs, and we are dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for you. Criminal Law proceedings can affect many different aspects of your life, which is why it is so important to seek legal advice.
Nardi Lawyers has more than 100 5-star Google Reviews and hundreds of 5-star reviews across multiple other online platforms. This overwhelmingly positive feedback is a testament to our commitment to each and every client.
For further guidance, view our criminal law page or reach out to our team for personalised services.
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