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Explore our criminal defence insights, news updates, and in-depth case studies that demonstrate how we handle complex criminal cases.

Holborn Adams Instructed to Advise on LIV Golf Tour Contractual Matters
Holborn Adams Instructed to Advise on LIV Golf Tour Contractual Matters
Holborn Adams has recently been instructed to advise on contractual matters connected to LIV Golf Tour.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
August 18, 2026
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Harassment and Stalking: Understanding Your Defence
Legal defences for harassment and stalking allegations explained.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
July 14, 2026
Firearms and Offensive Weapons: Defending the Charge
Firearms and Offensive Weapons: Defending the Charge
How firearms and offensive weapon charges are defended under UK criminal law.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
July 14, 2026
what constitutes cyber crime
Charged With Cybercrime or Computer Misuse
A guide to UK cybercrime investigations and computer misuse offences.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
July 13, 2026
modern slavery act 2015​
Charged With Modern Slavery or Human Trafficking
A guide to UK modern slavery and human trafficking investigations.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
July 10, 2026
porn abusing
Charged With Revenge Porn or Image-Based Abuse
Learn how image-based abuse cases are investigated and why early legal advice matters.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
July 10, 2026
online grooming
Charged With Online Grooming or Sexual Communication
Understand online grooming investigations and why early legal advice matters.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
July 9, 2026
public order act 1986​
Charged With Public Order or Protest-Related Offences
A guide to UK public order and protest-related offence investigations.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
July 9, 2026
license firearm
Charged With Firearms or Offensive Weapons
A guide to UK firearms and offensive weapons offences and legal defence.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
July 8, 2026
1968 Theft Act
Charged With Robbery or Aggravated Burglary
Learn how robbery investigations work and why early legal advice is essential.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
July 8, 2026
Confiscation and POCA: Protecting Assets After Conviction
Confiscation and POCA: Protecting Assets After Conviction
Guidance on POCA confiscation, appeals, and steps to protect assets after conviction.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
July 7, 2026
Abuse of Process Applications: When Proceedings Are Unfair
When criminal proceedings are unfair, abuse of process applications may halt the case.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
July 6, 2026
What Evidence Really Matters
SHPOs (Sexual Harm Prevention Orders): Fighting Imposition and Variation
How SHPOs are imposed, challenged, varied, or removed under UK law.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
July 3, 2026
When to Instruct a Pre‑Charge Solicitor
Pre-Charge Bail and Release Under Investigation: What It Means for You
What pre-charge bail and release under investigation mean, and what happens next.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
July 2, 2026
Exposure Allegations: Intent, Identification and Context
Exposure Allegations: Intent, Identification and Context
Understanding intent, identification and context in exposure allegations.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
July 1, 2026
Sexual Communication with a Child: Police Strategy and Defence Options
Sexual Communication with a Child: Police Strategy and Defence Options
How child sexual communication cases are investigated and defended under UK law.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
June 30, 2026
voyeurism crime
Voyeurism and Upskirting Allegations: Legal Defences Explained
How UK law treats voyeurism and upskirting allegations, and defences that may apply.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
June 29, 2026
Common Prosecution Arguments
Online Grooming Allegations: Entrapment, Stings and Digital Trails
Online grooming allegations, stings and digital evidence in UK cases.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
June 26, 2026
Image-Based Abuse and Revenge Porn: Defending the Allegation
Image-Based Abuse and Revenge Porn: Defending the Allegation
Understanding how image-based abuse allegations are investigated and defended.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
June 25, 2026
Categorisation and Defence
Indecent Images Cases: Access vs Making, Categorisation and Defence
Legal guidance on defending indecent images cases in the UK.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
June 24, 2026
Pre-charge advice for online grooming allegations from Holborn Adams
Pre-Charge Online Grooming Advice: A Survival Guide
Expert pre-charge online grooming advice to help you navigate your investigation.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
June 23, 2026
Pre‑Charge Defence in Indecent Images Investigations
Pre-Charge Defence in Indecent Images Investigations
Early legal steps, evidence risks, and defence strategy in indecent images investigations
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
June 22, 2026
pre-charge representation
Why You Need a Pre-Charge Sexual Assault Strategy in the UK
Practical steps and expert insights on pre-charge strategy for sexual assault.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
June 19, 2026
Pre‑Charge Representation for Rape Allegations: First 30 Days
Pre-Charge Representation for Rape Allegations: First 30 Days
Early legal strategy during rape investigations can influence outcomes before charges.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
June 18, 2026
Early Expert Triage
Private Investigators in UK Pre-Charge Cases
Early digital preservation can shape pre-charge outcomes.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
June 17, 2026
Alibi Notices and Timelines: Preparing Early
Alibi Notices and Timelines: Preparing Early
How early alibi planning shapes investigations before charge
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
June 16, 2026

Pre Charge Advice

We are pre-charge experts, bringing cases to a close before any formal charges are made. Read some of our insights below.

Client consultation – defence solicitors giving legal advice UK
Pre‑Charge Engagement in Sexual Offence Cases
Holborn Adams delivers discreet, expert pre-charge defence in sexual offence cases, protecting clients’ rights, reputations, and futures through early intervention, evidence-led strategy, and holistic support.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
June 16, 2026
Specialist legal team – top criminal defence lawyers in UK
Pre‑Charge Engagement in 2025: What You Need to Know
Holborn Adams remains the UK’s gold standard in pre-charge defence, helping clients avoid criminal charges through rapid, expert legal intervention. With a proven record across fraud, sexual allegations, cross-border cases, and high-profile matters, their dedicated team protects reputations and futures before a case reaches court.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
June 15, 2026
Holborn Adams lawyers – expert criminal defence solicitors UK
Holborn Adams’ Pre‑Charge Strategy: Inside Our Approach
Holborn Adams specialises in early legal intervention, stepping in during the pre-charge stage to protect clients’ rights, shape investigations, and often prevent charges altogether. Our proactive approach includes rapid response, direct engagement with investigators, evidence-led defence building, and holistic client support covering legal, personal, and reputational needs.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
June 16, 2026
False accusations case – defended by criminal law solicitors
Help me – I’ve been falsely accused of sexual assault
This article explains what to do when you have been falsely accused of sexual assault, including staying calm and instructing a solicitor.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 29, 2026
What is pre-charge bail?
Pre-Charge Bail UK: Your Complete 2026 Guide (Conditions, Time Limits & How to Challenge)
Pre-charge bail UK guide covering conditions, time limits, RUI, and challenges.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
October 29, 2026
Forensic chip analysis – pre charge solicitor defence support
How long does it take police to search a phone in the UK?
The article discusses how long it takes police to search a phone in the UK, factors that affect the speed, and whether you can speed up the process.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
June 16, 2026

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