
LEADING CRIMINAL DEFENCE LAWYERS
There are two sides to every story. Nothing is black and white.
We get to know your story. We are ready for your defence.
Are you being investigated or have you been charged?
You need strategic advice. The early steps can affect the outcome.
Why choose our Brisbane Criminal Lawyers?
Successfully defended 1000+ clients over 10 years
Appearing almost daily in the Qld criminal courts
Exclusively practising in criminal defence
Focusing on strategic criminal defence, to achieve your best outcome
Free 15-minute phone consultation
During the first call, you will speak to a senior criminal lawyer to discuss your case. No booking is needed. Just call us on (07) 3012 6531 or fill in the Quick Enquiry form for a confidential discussion.
Our Brisbane Criminal Lawyers are available now
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Step 1 - Free 15 minute call
During the first call, you will speak to a senior criminal lawyer to discuss your case. No booking is needed. Just call us on (07) 3012 6531 or fill in the Quick Enquiry form for a confidential discussion.
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Step 2 - Email
After the call, we will send to you an email outlining the process, options, and fee estimate.
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Step 3 - Confirmation
Once you confirm for us to go ahead, we can start work immediately.
Leading Criminal Lawyers Brisbane
Why Choose Us
Leading criminal law firm - Our firm has been established for over 10 years. We appear almost daily in the criminal law courts.
Guaranteed experienced criminal lawyer - Each of our senior lawyers have over a decade of experience in criminal law, and a combined practice of over 40 years. We have defended thousands of criminal charges.
Focus on serious and complex crimes - Our lawyers are specifically trained and experienced in high-level serious and complex crimes.
Strategic criminal defence - Every client’s priority is different. We get to know what matters to you. We advise the best strategy to achieve your best outcome.
Attention to your case - Our lawyers have a capped capacity of files, less than half of most firms. This means our lawyers spend time thoroughly examining and preparing your case.
Compassionate approach - We are sensitive to the challenging time for our clients. Our services are delivered with kindness, respect, and understanding. There is no judgement.
Our areas of Criminal Law
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Violence and organised crimes
Affray
Assault occasioning bodily harm
Bomb hoaxes
Consorting
Choking, suffocation, or strangulation
Explosives
Going armed so as to cause fear
Human trafficking
Kidnapping
People Smuggling
Riot
Stalking
Terrorism
Threats
Weapons
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Property & Fraud
Arson
Break and enter
Forgery and identity fraud
Obtaining financial advantage by deception
Possession of stolen property
Receiving stolen goods
Stealing
Robbery
Theft by an employee
Wilful damage
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Aviation and Transport
Aviation
Careless driving
Carrying weapons on an aircraft or through a screening point before boarding the aircraft
Carrying prohibited goods on an aircraft or through a screening point before boarding the aircraft
Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death
Driving without due care and attention
Drug driving
Drink driving
Endangering the safety of an aircraft
Evading police
Heavy vehicle
Threats and false statements on an aircraft including bomb hoaxes
Threatening the safety of an aircraft (including the use of a laser pointer)
Unlawful interference with a crew member in the performance of their duties
Unlawful Use of Motor Vehicle
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Drug Offences
Conspiracy
Cultivation of prohibited plants
Drug smuggling
Exportation of dangerous drugs
Failure to properly store or secure controlled substances
Importation of dangerous drugs
Permitting use of premises
Possession of a dangerous drug
Possession of controlled precursors or chemicals used to manufacture drugs
Possession of drug paraphernalia
Possession of items used in the commission of drug offences
Possession of prescription medication without authority
Producing dangerous drugs
Supplying dangerous drugs
Trafficking in dangerous drugs
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White collar & Cyber crimes
ASIC
Bribery
Computer hacking and misuse
Centrelink fraud
Corporate fraud
Corruption
Cryptocurrency offences
Disclosure of official secrets
Extortion
Fraud
Insurance fraud
Money laundering
Proceeds of crime
Tax fraud
Tainted property
Using a carriage service to menace, harass, or offence
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Judicial process & Administration of justice
Assaulting police officer
Breach of bail
Contempt of court
Contravention of a police direction
Destruction of evidence
Escaping lawful custody
Failing to appear in court
Failing to comply with court orders
Failing to provide PIN or password to police
Impersonating a public officer
Making false declarations or statutory declarations
Obstructing police
Perjury
Perverting the course of justice
Resisting arrest
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Regulatory and Environmental Offences
Animal cruelty
Biosecurity breaches
Building code violations
Environmental offences
Fisheries offences
Food safety
Forestry offences
Illegal dumping of waste
Illegal land clearing
Marine pollution offences
Mining and resources offences
Noise pollution breaches
Public health order breaches
Regulatory breaches in licensed industries (e.g., liquor licensing, tobacco regulations)
Unauthorised water use or theft
Unlawful disposal of hazardous substances
Workplace health and safety breaches
RECENT CLIENT OUTCOMES
Brisbane District Court - Rape - Not Guilty
Ipswich Magistrates Court - Grievous bodily harm - discontinued after successful negotiations
Beenleigh Magistrates Court - Choking, suffocation or strangulation - discontinued after successful negotiations
Brisbane Magistrates Court - Assault Occasioning Bodily Harm - mediated
Brisbane Magistrates Court - Fraud - not guilty
Brisbane Magistrates Court - Stalking - discontinued after negotiations
Brisbane Magistrates Court - Possession of dangerous drugs - drug diversion
Holland Park Magistrates Court - Common assault - charge dismissed
Morningside Police Station - Investigation - rape - finalised with no charges
Beenleigh Magistrates Court - Disqualified driving - charge dismissed
Beenleigh Magistrates Court - Possession of a dangerous drug - drug diversion and no conviction recorded
Brisbane District Court - Fraud - not guilty
Court of Appeal - Rape - appeal successful
Brisbane Magistrates Court - Possession of a dangerous drug - $1200 fine, no conviction recorded
Caboolture Magistrates Court - Sexual assault - fine and no conviction recorded
Warwick Magistrates Court - Production of a dangerous drug, supply of a dangerous drug, possession of a dangerous drug, possession of a firearm - fine
Maryborough Magistrates Court - Careless driving (causing death) - wholly suspended term of imprisonment
Supreme Court of Queensland - Supplying dangerous drugs - wholly suspended sentence
Brisbane Magistrates Court - Possess dangerous drugs - good behaviour bond
Brisbane District Court - Fraud over $100,000.00, money laundering, 8 years’ imprisonment parole eligibility after 2 years
Holland Park Magistrates Court - Food safety - fine & no conviction recorded
Brisbane Magistrates Court - Insurance fraud - successful negotiations, charges discontinued
Brisbane Magistrates Court - Extortion, distribute prohibited recordings - $700 fine & no conviction recorded
Brisbane Magistrates Court - Fraud - charge dismissed
Brisbane Magistrates Court - Stealing - good behaviour bond, no conviction recorded
Brisbane District Court - Possess child exploitation material - wholly suspended sentence
Maroochydore Magistrates Court - Stealing - $1500 fine, no conviction recorded
Brisbane Magistrates Court - Driving without due care and attention (causing grievous bodily harm) - probation and no conviction recorded
What our clients have said
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Generally, if you are questioned by the police about a possible offence, you only need to tell the police your name and address. You may also show them proof of identity if the police ask for it. Before answering any further questions, you should ask to speak to a lawyer. This is because everything you say can be used against you, whether it is electronically recorded or not.
What you say to the police early on can affect the outcome of your case. It is important to seek advice early and before answering any questions.
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‘Qp9’ stands for Queensland Police Form 9, and is the initial paperwork which the police supply to the prosecutor, and they supply to us upon our request. It contains a summary by the police as to the allegations and evidence. It will summarise what the police say you did, and what their evidence is. It is not evidence, but is a summary of it. Upon reviewing the Qp9, we can give you advice about whether you should plead guilty, not guilty, or whether there are other options such as to negotiate. It is not uncommon that upon review of the Qp9, more information is required from the police before you make your decision, and we can request further material on your behalf. This can include witness statements, CCTV footage, or reports from forensic experts.
It is important to obtain the Qp9 first before you make any decisions about what to do with your case. It is the starting point for any criminal case. We can assist you in requesting the Qp9 from the prosecutor and then giving you advice.
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The court will consider several factors in deciding whether to record a conviction. This includes the nature of the offence, your character and age, the economic and social impact on you if a conviction is recorded, and your chances of finding employment. It may be necessary to prepare evidence to show the court when arguing not to record a conviction. This may include your employment contract or evidence of industry registration requirements.
We will advise you through this process to give you the best opportunity to avoid a conviction.
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Yes - it is important to seek advice early from a lawyer when you are charged by the police. This is because for matters which may appear simple, there could still be serious consequences such as convictions being recorded or driving disqualification periods attached.
If after speaking with you, and the matter is in fact simple, we can advise what the likely consequences will be if you self-represent, or if there are other options available to you to finish the matter, such as by way of online pleas of guilty to save time and legal fees.
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Legal fees can be calculated in several ways, such as by an hourly rate or a fixed fee. We will provide an estimate of legal fees to you at the start of the matter and can discuss with you further as to what is best in your circumstances. Other factors which affect legal fees include the nature of the charge, the court, the extent of any criminal history, whether you intend to plead guilty or not guilty, the volume of material, whether expert evidence is required, and whether a barrister is retained on your behalf.
We understand that legal fees are a practical factor in whether you may retain representation, and we will aim to work with you in coming to an agreement about payment and timeframes according to your circumstances, but without affecting the quality of preparation for your case.
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Imprisonment may be imposed for cases involving serious crimes. We can advise you after considering information such as the charge, the facts alleged, and any criminal history. Even if imprisonment is within range as an outcome in your case, other options may include a wholly suspended sentence or immediate release on parole. These options are a prison term, but do not require you to actually serve time inside a correctional centre. It allows you to remain in the community under certain conditions. If because of the seriousness of the offences, time within a correctional centre is likely, it is important to argue the least amount of time and we will be able to prepare accordingly for you.
Depending on the case, other penalty options for the court include a good behaviour bond, a fine, probation, community service, or intensive correction orders. We will advise you what is the likely outcome in your case.
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Arson | Assault | Aviation | Crime and Corruption Commission | ASIC | Coronial Inquest | Child Exploitation Material | Choking, Suffocation, or Strangulation | Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle | Drugs | Grievous Bodily Harm | Money Laundering | Murder or Manslaughter | Rape and Sexual Assault | Tax Fraud | Using a Carriage Service | Unlawful Wounding