Violent Crime Solicitors Manchester

Violent offence allegations can arise in many different circumstances and possible charges range from common assault through to serious offences such as grievous bodily harm, manslaughter, or murder. If you are under investigation for a violent offence in Manchester or the surrounding areas, obtaining specialist legal advice at an early stage can make a significant difference to the outcome.

Our Manchester criminal defence team is led by partner Beth Mantel and forms part of Reeds Solicitors’ nationally recognised criminal defence practice, ranked as a Top Tier firm in the Legal 500. We represent clients across Manchester and the wider region in serious and complex violent crime investigations.

We provide advice and representation at every stage of the process, from police investigations and voluntary interviews through to trial in the Magistrates’ Court or Crown Court. When instructed early, we consider carefully whether proactive representations can be made to Greater Manchester Police, outlining the evidential weaknesses and seeking to prevent a charge. Where cases proceed to court, we prepare them to the highest standard, working alongside leading criminal defence barristers.

Reach out for immediate expert advice through our contact page here. Alternatively, you can phone 0333 240 7373, or email us at [email protected]

Types of Violent Crime Cases

In legal terms, many of these offences fall within the category traditionally known as “offences against the person”.

Our Manchester violent crime solicitors represent clients facing allegations including:

• Assault by Beating & Common Assault
• Actual Bodily Harm (ABH)
• Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH)
• Assaults on Emergency Workers
• Strangulation and Suffocation
• Manslaughter
• Murder

Defences

Allegations of violent crime often arise in situations where the full circumstances are disputed. This is particularly the case where an incident occurred quickly, involved multiple individuals, or where there is a wider context motivating a malicious or exaggerated allegation.

One of the most common issues in these cases is whether the defendant was acting in lawful self-defence. The law allows a person to use reasonable force to protect themselves or another person where they honestly believe that such force is necessary.

Our team has extensive experience defending violent offence allegations at Manchester Magistrates’ Court, as well as at courts across the wider region and the Crown Court. We provide clear and honest advice about the strength of the evidence and the options available, ensuring that you can make informed decisions about how your case should proceed.