Specialties
Discharge without conviction
Discharge without conviction
Discharge without conviction
A criminal conviction can have dire consequences for anyone in New Zealand. It can lead to loss of employment, inability to travel to certain countries and liability for deportation. In the right circumstances, I can apply to the court to have no conviction entered on your record.
Legal Aid
Discharge without conviction
Discharge without conviction
While I take private instructions, I am also categorised for legal aid assignments.
If for any reason you do not qualify for legal aid contact me to discuss flexible payment options.
Assault charges
Discharge without conviction
Assault charges
Assault charges range from a push or a slap, to lifelong injury or death. There are many options available to individuals charged with violent offending; Diversion, a plea deal, self-defence, a trial, or a discharge without conviction. I will assist you in finding the option that is best for you.
Bail
Driving offences
Assault charges
Being granted bail when an individual appears in court is not a guarantee. Once bail is granted, the court can impose strict bail conditions such as a curfew and non-association with loved ones. I can apply to the court for bail on your behalf, or apply for variation of strict bail conditions so that your life can go back to normal.
Driving offences
Driving offences
Driving offences
Driving offences are the most common criminal offences in New Zealand. I can assist you with charges of careless driving, driving while disqualified, excess breath alcohol (drink driving), limited/work licences. In some situations you may have a defence to the charge, or I can make an application so that you are not disqualified from driving.
Drug offending
Driving offences
Driving offences
Whether it is possession, supply, or importation of drugs you need a defence lawyer on your side. The courts can take a stern approach to drug offending. However - there are many defences available for this type of offending. Sometimes the police conduct illegal searches or fail to obtain the evidence they need to prove the charge beyond reasonable doubt.