Criminal Law Matters
It is vitally important that if you even suspect that you may be charged with a criminal offence that you get legal representation immediately. In my opinion, the most important thing to remember is that unless you are informed by a police officer that you are under a legal obligation to do or not to do something (which only applies to a small category of offences) you should not answer any questions beyond giving your name, address, and date of birth to a police officer. You must take advantage of your right to silence and not allow yourself to be persuaded by a police officer otherwise. Do not sign anything or take part in any police interview or recording.
If I then become your barrister and have spoken to you in depth about your matter I will then be able to advise you on the best course of action.
Even if it comes to pass that you decide to plead guilty down the track (which you shouldn’t even consider until you get legal representation), a barrister’s services are important in the sentencing process to properly prepare your case and ensure you get the best possible sentencing outcome.