Criminal and motoring proceedings
Advice, preparation and advocacy in relation to criminal allegations and motoring matters.
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Crime and regulatory barristers
Find counsel for a criminal or regulatory matter. Explain the allegation or regulatory issue, the authority involved and the next hearing or response date. We can seek counsel for an appropriate instruction, subject to availability and Public Access suitability.
Advice, drafting and representation
What can you enquire about?
We will look for an independent barrister with relevant experience. Acceptance depends on availability, conflict checks and whether the proposed work is suitable for Public Access.
Licensing and regulation
Licensing hearings and disputes involving regulatory requirements.
Local authority proceedings
Local authority prosecutions and planning enforcement matters.
Prepare your enquiry
Start with the issue and the important dates.
Have the charge, summons, regulatory notice or decision and any hearing notice ready. State whether a solicitor is already acting and whether your request concerns an urgent hearing.
For your first message, a short outline is enough. Please do not send original documents or unnecessary sensitive information.
Matching and fees
Agree the work before you instruct.
Tell us whether you need a consultation, written advice, document drafting or representation. We use that outline to seek an appropriate barrister and clarify the proposed instruction.
Ask for a quote covering preparation, the agreed work and any hearing attendance. The amount depends on complexity, document volume, urgency and counsel’s experience. Confirm VAT, any additional charges and the total payable in writing before proceeding.
The scope of work and responsibility for procedural tasks should be clear. A solicitor may still be needed. Read more about fees.
Common questions
Crime & regulatory law enquiries
Can you arrange police station assistance?
This website is not an emergency or police station advice service. If you need assistance while in police custody, ask for a solicitor through the police station.
Can I use legal aid through Public Access?
Legal aid is not available through a direct Public Access instruction. If you need publicly funded representation, contact a legal aid solicitor. See the Bar Standards Board guidance linked below.
Discuss your crime & regulatory law enquiry.
Call 020 3411 2512 or send a short outline through our contact page. The WhatsApp button is also available if you prefer to message.
An enquiry is not legal advice and does not create a barrister–client relationship or protect a deadline. Direct Access Barristers is an introduction and administration service. Legal services are provided separately by the independent barrister you instruct.
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