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Criminal law · Epping, Victoria

Criminal lawyers in Epping

If you have been charged, interviewed or bailed to appear, what you do in the first week matters more than anything that follows. We act for people from Epping and across Melbourne's north, and we appear at the Heidelberg Magistrates' Court.

Criminal law · Melbourne's north

Charged with an offence in Epping?

Most matters from Epping start at the Magistrates' Court, where the difference between a conviction and a non-conviction is usually made on preparation rather than argument — character material, the plea, and how the facts are put. Serious indictable matters move to the County Court, and we run those too. You will be told plainly what you are facing before you decide anything.

People in Epping often come to us after a police matter—whether that's a charge sheet in the mail, a court attendance notice, or advice after a police interview. Many arrive uncertain about what happens next and whether they need to respond to something immediately. It helps to gather any paperwork you've received, notes on what led to the matter, and details of any prior contact with police. Early steps usually involve understanding the charge, the evidence, and what your options are. We can walk through the paperwork with you, explain the process ahead, and discuss how to prepare.

Where a criminal law matter from Epping is heard: Summary charges arising in Epping are heard at the Heidelberg Magistrates' Court. We appear there in person. For many mentions we can also appear online, so you don't lose a day's work — but for a plea or a contested hearing we will tell you when being there in person is the better call.
We also act on criminal law matters in: Attwood · Beveridge · Broadmeadows · Bundoora · Campbellfield.  Appointments online across Victoria, or in person at our Reservoir office.
Common questions

Criminal law in Epping — FAQs

Do I need a lawyer for a first offence in Epping?
Not always — but the decision to plead guilty without advice is the one people most often regret, because a conviction can follow you into employment, travel and licensing for years. We will tell you honestly if your matter is one you can handle yourself.
Which court will my Epping matter go to?
For a summary charge arising in Epping, the Heidelberg Magistrates' Court. More serious indictable charges are committed to the County Court of Victoria. We appear at both.
Can I avoid a conviction?
Sometimes. The court can find a charge proven without recording a conviction, and diversion is available for some first-time matters. Whether either is realistic depends on the charge, your history and what is put to the court — we will give you a straight answer rather than an encouraging one.
What does it cost?
The first consultation is a fixed fee, quoted before you book. After that we quote the plea or hearing as a fixed fee wherever the matter allows it, so you are not exposed to an open-ended bill.
Do I have to go to court if I've been charged?
That depends on the charge and your circumstances. Some matters can be resolved without a hearing; others require a court appearance. We can review the charge and paperwork with you to work out what typically happens next and what your position is likely to be.

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