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 Lower Plenty and across Melbourne's north-east, and we appear at the Heidelberg Magistrates' Court.
Most matters from Lower Plenty 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 Lower Plenty who face criminal charges often find themselves navigating unfamiliar territory quickly. Whether it's a matter arising from a local incident, a charge laid after police interaction, or a summons received in the mail, the first few weeks are critical. Most residents benefit from understanding what's actually happened, what documents they have, and what the police or court paperwork says they're alleged to have done. Before anything else, gather everything: the charge sheet, any interview notes, correspondence from police or the court, and a clear account of events as you remember them. A lawyer can review these with you, help you understand the real questions ahead, and work out a practical first step—whether that's a court appearance, a response to police, or preparation for what comes next.
Tell us what you have been charged with. We'll explain the likely range of outcomes for a matter like yours, and what can still be changed.
Leave your name and number — we call you straight back, usually within 2 minutes (8am–8pm), to understand your situation and book you in with the right lawyer. No cost, no obligation. Outside those hours we'll text you and call first thing.
We meet clients online right across Victoria — or in person at 911 High Street, Reservoir VIC 3073.
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