Criminal defense in the court of first instance

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Trial is the central stage of criminal proceedings, preceded by pre-trial investigation, preparatory proceedings based on the indictment.

Based on the results of the examination of the case, the judge:

• issues a guilty or acquittal verdict;
• decides whether to close criminal proceedings;
• Establishes the measure of punishment for the perpetrator, determines the need for medical measures.

The court decision enters into force upon expiry of the time limit for filing an appeal. The courts of first instance in criminal proceedings in Ukraine are district courts, district courts in cities and city courts.

Protection of the rights of the defendant in the court of first instance always involves the participation in the meeting of the lawyer. He can be invited as the defendant himself, and his relatives. In some cases, the lawyer needs not only the accused party, but also the victim.

If you or close to you person happened to become a party to the criminal process and the case has already got to the court of first instance, turn to a qualified lawyer of Legal Solutions. An experienced specialist engaged in the protection of clients, will familiarize in detail with the materials of the case, will prepare the necessary documents, evidence base, will take part in the court session within the limits of Kiev and suburbs.

Services of the lawyer in criminal cases for the defendant

The human rights defender at the stage of judicial proceedings:

• advises the defendant, his relatives on the issues of the criminal process;
• develops a strategy of defense;
• participates in court hearings, if necessary, makes audio recordings;
• visits a suspect or accused person in a pre-trial detention center;
• asks questions of witnesses during the hearing;
• raises objections to the actions of the judge;
• initiates and organizes independent expert examinations;
• familiarizes himself/herself with the protocol of the case examination, makes comments;
• appeals against court decisions.

Legal assistance to the victim at the stage of criminal proceedings in the court of first instance

Participation of a lawyer in criminal proceedings on the side of the victim consists in:

• professional counseling on issues of criminal legislation, process, compensation for material and moral damage;
• in-depth study of the case materials;
• drafting and formalizing petitions and statements;
• defense of the client's interests during court hearings;
• questioning witnesses at court hearings;
• submission of objections to the actions of the judge;
• appealing court decisions.

The cost of protection, assistance of the lawyer in court depends on the circumstances and is determined on an individual basis after consultation and familiarization with the materials of the case.

Why the lawyer's services should be ordered in "Legal Solutions"

1. We are fully responsible for the outcome of the case, we do everything possible to achieve the maximum result.
2. We guarantee the transparency of the procedure. You at any time can familiarize yourself with the materials of the case.
3. Information provided by you in the process of cooperation, will remain confidential.

Remained doubts about the need for legal assistance, but certain recommendations of the human rights defender need now? Arrange a consultation on one of the phones that you see on the site, or leave a request for a callback.

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