What is Serious or Complex crime?
March 7, 2023You may have heard the phrases “serious crime” or “complex crime”, but what defines and sets these apart from other types of crime?
Under the Serious Crime Act 2015, some examples of Serious Crime are given as follows: drug trafficking, human trafficking, organised illegal immigration, child sexual exploitation, high value fraud and other financial crime, counterfeiting, organised acquisitive crime and cyber crime.
Complex crime involves multifaceted serious allegations, such as robbery with homicide, robbery with rape, kidnapping with serious physical injuries, kidnapping with murder or homicide, and rape with homicide. Manslaughter, terrorism, and serious fraud also class as complex crime matters. The reason these crimes are referred to as ‘complex’ is due to the fact that these cases are particularly complicated.
What to do if you are accused of Serious or Complex crime
If you have been accused of a serious or complex crime it is absolutely essential to retain the services of an expert solicitor at the earliest opportunity. An experienced defence solicitor can put forward arguments which can greatly affect the outcome of the case, and it is vital that preparation for a Serious or Complex crime case begins immediately.
Contact a defence solicitor who is experienced in defending Serious and Complex crimes. They will be able to identify the issues in the fastest possible time and will be proactive in the preparation of your case. An experienced defence solicitor will use all means at their disposal to secure the best possible outcome for their clients, ensuring you feel supported and that you are not dealing with this alone.
How can a criminal defence solicitor help me?
Serious and Complex crime can include murder, serious drug related matters and sexual offences, which can attract lengthy custodial sentences if convicted. It is essential in such cases to engage a legal team who have experience in guiding their clients through the complicated legal issues and processes involved in such matters. Cunninghams Solicitors in Manchester have years of experience of defending cases of serious and complex crime.
If you’re accused of a serious or complex crime it can be a worrying time, but an experienced defence solicitor will help to diminish any anxiety in your time of difficulty. Your legal team should provide a guiding hand throughout the legal process, from investigation to trial if necessary. The criminal defence solicitors at Cunninghams take pride in providing their clients with a robust, vigorous and effective defence using all means at their disposal to secure the best possible outcome for our clients.
Cunninghams Solicitors also have experience in managing media interest to shield and protect their clients from intrusive enquiry.
Serious and complex crime cases can often reach a national scale. Cunninghams we have a wealth of experience in dealing with high profile, nationally recognised criminal cases which have received extensive national media coverage.
The best criminal defence solicitors
Cunninghams Solicitors are based in Manchester but operate nationwide from their bases in the City of London and central Manchester. Cunninghams are leaders in defending those accused of serious fraud and complex crime and are consistently ranked as a leading practice in these fields in all guides to the UK legal profession. Specialising in this work for over 30 years has resulted in an enviable network of experts, forensic accountants, KC’s (formally known as QC’s) and senior barristers to draw upon as Cunninghams tailor their clients bespoke defence team
All of Cunningham’s serious casework is led by a director who will have direct contact with you as the client. If you are being investigated or have been charged with a serious crime it is important not to delay: contact a trusted, experienced defence solicitor today and you will receive immediate expert advice from an experienced criminal defence lawyer.
Cunninghams initial advice is always free of charge. Call 0800 051 2506 or make an online enquiry.