If you've been accused of committing an offence under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA) — such as money laundering, fraud or possession of criminal property — it is essential you employ a solicitor for expert legal defence.

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Legal Expertise and Case Evaluation

Douglas Wright Solicitors will explain the legal implications of the accusation including possible penalties such as confiscation orders, asset freezes or imprisonment. We will review the prosecution’s case, identifying weaknesses, inconsistencies or procedural errors that could be challenged.

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Protection of Legal Rights

Without legal representation, you may unintentionally incriminate yourself. We will ensure you do not say anything that can be used against you. If law enforcement agencies have overstepped legal boundaries (eg. unlawful searches or asset seizures) we will challenge the legality of their actions.

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Handling Freezing Orders and Asset Seizures

If assets (eg. bank accounts, properties or businesses) are frozen under a Restraint Order, we will argue for access to funds for legal and living expenses. We will apply for an exemption to allow you to continue paying rent, mortgage or other essential costs.

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Building a Strong Defence

Our team will provide evidence that your wealth came from legal sources (eg. legitimate business earnings). Under POCA, the prosecution may assume that unexplained wealth is criminal in nature. We will challenge these assumptions with proper documentation. If the case goes to court, we wills scrutinise the prosecution’s witnesses to expose inconsistencies in their testimony.

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Negotiating Plea Deals and Sentence Reduction

If conviction is likely, our team will negotiate a plea bargain for a reduced sentence or lesser charge. In some cases, we may negotiate alternatives to prosecution, such as civil settlements.

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Appeals and Post-Conviction Support

 If a confiscation order is excessive or unfair, we will challenge the amount demanded. If convicted, we will appeal the verdict or sentence based on legal errors or new evidence.

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Expert defence against criminal charges

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Protection of assets and financial interests

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Legal representation in police interviews and court

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Challenging unfair asset seizures or restraint orders

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Minimising penalties or negotiating settlements