What should I do if I am called in for preliminary investigation?
Contact counsel before giving any statement. Early representation protects your rights and shapes strategy from the first procedural step.
Where parallel civil damages or ancillary claims arise, we coordinate with civil-law counsel alongside defence work when the facts support it.
Criminal law is one of the fundamental branches of the legal system, as it regulates criminal acts and their consequences, with the aim of protecting society and ensuring the rule of law. Criminal proceedings, from the preliminary investigation stage through trial to the enforcement of the sentence, are governed by strict rules and require a specialized legal approach.
Timely and effective legal support is crucial for defending the client’s rights at every stage of the process. Our firm provides comprehensive defense and strategic guidance, with the aim of ensuring fair treatment and achieving the best possible outcome.
Defense in Criminal Proceedings
We provide legal representation and defense at all stages of criminal proceedings, from preliminary investigations and interrogations through trial before criminal courts, as well as the filing of appeals.
Property Crimes
We handle cases involving theft, robbery, damage to property, and related criminal disputes, with the aim of effectively defending or supporting the prosecution.
Crimes Against Physical Integrity & Personal Dignity
Defense and representation in cases involving bodily injury, domestic violence, threats, verbal abuse, and defamation. Comprehensive handling of both the criminal and civil aspects of the case.
Drug Cases
We provide legal support in cases involving the possession, use, and trafficking of narcotics, as well as in proceedings for admission to treatment programs, where feasible.
Traffic Offenses
We handle cases related to traffic violations, such as driving under the influence of alcohol, driving without a license or insurance, as well as traffic accidents resulting in bodily injury or negligent homicide.
Cybercrime & Electronic Offenses
We handle cases involving cyber fraud, personal data breaches, online threats, or extortion, in an ever-evolving digital environment.
Violations of Weapons Laws
We handle cases involving the illegal possession, use, or trafficking of weapons, as well as other violations of specific criminal provisions.
Sentence Enforcement & Remedies
We provide legal support on issues related to sentence enforcement, such as applications for parole, suspension of sentence, sentence conversion, and expungement of criminal records.
Effective criminal defense requires immediate response, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of criminal procedure. Our goal is to provide comprehensive and responsible legal support at every stage of the process, ensuring the effective protection of our clients’ rights.
FAQ
Questions clients ask
Do you take cases outside Heraklion?
Yes—we represent clients before authorities and courts across Crete and nationally where the case requires it.
Can criminal defence run alongside a civil claim?
Many matters have a civil dimension. We coordinate criminal and civil tracks so your overall strategy stays consistent.