Facing false allegations or accusations can be a hugely worrying and upsetting experience. It can feel as if your whole world has been turned upside down in a moment. There can potentially be serious consequences on an individual’s personal and professional life. Reeds Solicitors is committed to providing expert legal guidance and defence when you need it most. A false allegations solicitor can help advise you to your situation, and proactively build a firm defence against the accusations.
If you are seeking information on false criminal allegations, guidance for handling such situations, and options for legal representation please contact us as soon as possible. At Reeds, we specialise in defending false allegations cases and can offer tailored funding options to suit individual needs. We provide a robust pro-active defence strategy and ensure your best interests are prioritised throughout the legal process. If you need assistance, please contact us for further information and support.
Obtaining legal advice at an early stage can be crucial. Reeds Solicitors is an award winning and leading top-tier criminal defence firm. For legal advice and representation, please contact us through our contact page here. Alternatively, you can phone 0333 240 7373, or email us at info@reeds.co.uk.
False Allegations Solicitors Frequently Asked Questions
Who can be accused falsely?
Anyone can find themselves on the wrong side of the criminal law when a false allegation or accusation of alleged criminal conduct is made against them.
What can happen to a person who is facing false allegations?
Facing false allegations or accusations can be an upsetting experience with possibly serious consequences on an individual’s personal and professional life. Employment or future employment prospects can be jeopardised, especially for professionals. If the allegations result in a suspension from work, this could have an impact on finances. Relationships could become strained with friends and family.
What are false allegations?
False allegations or accusations are when someone deliberately or accidentally (for example because of a misunderstanding) makes an allegation of criminal conduct against another person which that other person did not commit. The complainant may be acting in bad faith or, may even have misunderstood the situation.
What kind of false allegations can be made?
False allegations can be made of any kind, such as theft (for example shop lifting) or other offences such as sexual offences.
What can I do if I have been falsely accused of a crime or become the victim of a false allegation?
If you are the victim of a false allegation, it is essential to take immediate action and seek legal representation. A false allegations Solicitor specialises in these types of cases.
We can assist you at any stage of your journey in facing false accusations:
- Police Station representation
- Voluntary Police Interview Assistance
- Pre-charge advice and representations
- Investigative work – expert witnesses, forensics, and building a defence
- Representation in court (Magistrates/Crown)
- Reputation and Crisis Management
- Post charge provisions – DBS and police record removals.
What can happen to a person who makes false allegations?
A person who makes false allegations can be prosecuted for perverting the course of justice, which is an offence that carries an immediate custodial sentence in most cases. The Crown Prosecution Service do prosecute false accusers. False allegations appear to be on the increase.
Even in cases where the police or CPS choose not to prosecute an individual for making a false allegation, taking out a private prosecution may still be possible.
Our team of skilled solicitors have experience in initiating private prosecutions for perverting the course of justice. Contact us through our contact page here. Alternatively, you can phone 0333 240 7373, or email us at info@reeds.co.uk.
How do you prove innocence when falsely accused?
Proving your innocence can be a difficult and complex process. The starting point will be to consult with expert criminal defence solicitors that specialise in defending false allegations. Further steps can include gathering relevant evidence, identifying potential witnesses, establishing an alibi if relevant, carefully examining and scrutinising the allegations being made, challenging the evidence, retaining the services of relevant expert witnesses if required, and hiring the right legal team to advise you and represent you in defending the false allegations made against you.
Can I ‘sue’ for false accusations in the UK?
Yes, in certain circumstances it may be possible to take legal action in the civil courts. Although this is not work that we handle, we can introduce you to a legal team that can help you with a civil action.
How can Reeds Solicitors help with false accusations?
At Reeds, we have the knowledge and experience to guide you, advise you and defend you. We will explore all avenues and take every step possible to defend you.
We are completely committed to ensuring our clients are always at the very centre of all the cases we deal with.
We have some of the most experienced, talented, and respected criminal defence solicitors, solicitor-advocates and barristers and offer expertise in all areas of criminal law.
If you instruct us to take on your matter, we will act swiftly to secure your interests.
We will contact the investigating officer to obtain all the information that it is possible to obtain, or if it is a prosecution, we will contact the prosecuting authority to obtain all necessary information.
We will review the evidence against you and identify any flaws or weaknesses in the allegations or the prosecution’s case. We will advise you on what is the best course of action to take.
If you are facing a false allegation, we will prepare a robust pro-active defence strategy. We will gather evidence from witnesses and experts to contradict the allegations so that charges cannot be justified under the Code for Crown Prosecutors. We aim to show that there is insufficient evidence to charge you or that prosecuting you would not be in the public interest.
If the matter is or does go to court, we will help you fight the false allegations. We will represent you in court and pro-actively challenge the prosecution’s case. We will assemble a team of experts and if required expert and experienced defence barristers, as required, to ensure that everything humanly possible is done to secure your best interests. We will leave “no stone unturned”.
We will be there for you in your time of need, to help you navigate legal system which can be daunting and overwhelming.
We will be available by telephone, Zoom/Teams/Google Meet/FaceTime/WhatsApp or to meet face to face whenever needed. We will listen to your views, and we will take them into account when advising and representing you. You will have direct access to a False Allegations Solicitor and will be provided with their contact details including their mobile number.
Reeds Solicitors is an award winning and leading top-tier criminal defence firm. For legal advice and representation, please contact us through our contact page here. Alternatively, you can phone 0333 240 7373, or email us at info@reeds.co.uk.
How will my case be funded?
We hold a contract with the Legal Aid Agency which enables eligible clients to obtain public funding for their case should they meet the criteria, and in all other cases we offer competitive private rates which can be tailored to meet your individual circumstances and requirements. We can in some cases also offer fixed fees to advise or represent you so you that know exactly where you stand with costs. Our solicitors are approachable, friendly, helpful, sympathetic, empathetic, non-judgmental, and supportive.
What shall I do now that a false allegation has been made against me?
If you need help and advice about any offence at any stage of an investigation or proceedings, you can contact us on 0333 240 7373, or click here to provide us with your details and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.
We strongly advise that you do not discuss the allegations with anyone, whether that be friends or family, or the police, or even the accuser, without consulting a solicitor, as this can have potential legal ramifications.
Don’t let false allegations define your future, contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your case and explore your options. Call us on us on 0333 240 7373, or click here to provide us with your details and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.
False Allegations Solicitor Testimonials & Case studies
False Accusations of Theft
An employee at a national supermarket was accused of stealing a customer’s iPhone that had been left on the checkout counter while the employee was serving the customer. The employee denied the accusation, but he was still charged and given a court date. He came to us for help after being charged. During the prosecution, we made a defence application for third-party disclosure, requesting that the network provider release specific data related to the iPhone. The data was not provided but the prosecution did drop the charges against the employee.
False Allegations of Sexual Offence
A retired police inspector was the subject of allegations. At the police station, a “no comment” interview was conducted. A written statement setting out his defence to the allegations was handed in to the prosecution upon charge. Other defence work was also undertaken. At trial, he was represented by Queen’s Counsel. The jury found him “not guilty” on all charges.
False Allegation of Malicious Communication.
The police arrested our client and swiftly took them to a police station. They were charged with making a Malicious Communication and received a summons to appear in court. Our solicitor worked hard to show that the allegations were false, with no evidence or basis to them. Due to our solicitor’s hard work, the court accepted that the allegations made against our client were false, and the case was dropped.
Our client decided to report the false allegation to the police. The police did not investigate the matter properly. We were instructed to bring a private prosecution against the individual concerned. This private prosecution progressed to a Crown Court trial.
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