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

What is pre-charge bail?
Your Complete Guide to Pre-Charge Bail in the UK
This blog explains pre-charge bail, how it differs from release under investigation, time limits, conditions, potential outcomes, and legal options.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
March 25, 2026
Police Station Representation: Why It Matters
Police Station Representation: Why It Matters
Why early police station advice can shape interviews, evidence, and outcomes.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 17, 2026
What To Do Immediately After Arrest in the UK
What To Do Immediately After an Arrest in the UK
A practical guide to your rights and next steps after arrest in the UK.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 16, 2026
Charged With a Criminal Offence: Your Defence Roadmap
Charged With a Criminal Offence: Your Defence Roadmap
A practical guide to defending a criminal charge in the UK, step by step.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 16, 2026
Pre‑Charge Timelines: How Long Do Investigations Take?
Pre-Charge Timelines: How Long Do Investigations Take?
How long do UK investigations last before a charge, and what you can do during delays.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 15, 2026
Release Under Investigation (RUI): Rights and Next Steps
Release Under Investigation (RUI): Rights and Next Steps
Understanding RUI, your rights, and how to manage the pre-charge stage properly.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 15, 2026
Early Engagement With CPS: How Pre‑Charge Submissions Work
Early Engagement With CPS: How Pre-Charge Submissions Work
How early CPS submissions work and how they affect charging decisions.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 14, 2026
No‑Comment Interviews Pre‑Charge: When (and When Not) To Use
No Comment Interview Pre-Charge Strategy Guide
When should you go on with no comment? A clear pre-charge guide.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 14, 2026
Preparing a Written Statement Before Interview: Pros and Cons
Using a Prepared Statement in a Pre-Charge Interview
Should you give a written statement before an interview? Pros, risks, and timing.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 13, 2026
Pre‑Charge Disclosure: What You Can Ask Police To Provide
Pre-Charge Disclosure: What You Can Ask Police To Provide
What disclosures to ask for before a charge, and how those affect police decisions?
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 13, 2026
voluntary police interview pre charge solicitor
Voluntary Interview Under Caution: Safe Strategy Before Charge
Clear, calm strategy for voluntary police interviews before charge, explained step by step.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 10, 2026
Pre‑Charge Defence Roadmap: What To Do Before Any Decision
Pre-Charge Defence Roadmap UK Guide
Clear steps to follow before any charging decision is made.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 10, 2026
Section 41 and Special Measures After Charge: Fair‑Trial Safeguards
Section 41 Sexual History After Charge
Section 41 after charge and special measures are explained clearly.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 9, 2026
Bad Character Applications After Charge: How to Respond
Bad Character Defence in the UK: How to Respond
How to handle bad character evidence after a charge in the UK.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 9, 2026
Guilty Plea Strategy and Sentencing Credit: A Practical Guide
Guilty Plea Strategy and Sentencing Credit: A Practical Guide
A clear guide to guilty pleas, sentencing credit, and post-charge decisions.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 8, 2026
Not Guilty Plea Entered: Next Steps in Your Defence
Not Guilty Plea Entered: Next Steps in Your Defence
Just pleaded not guilty? Here is your roadmap from the first hearing to the trial.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 8, 2026
Case Management Hearings (CMH): What to Expect After Charge
Case Management Hearings After Charge UK: What to Expect
Clear steps and strategy for CMH after a criminal charge in the UK.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 7, 2026
Post‑Charge Disclosure: Getting the Evidence You Need
Post-Charge Disclosure: Getting the Evidence You Need
A practical guide to post-charge disclosure and securing the evidence that matters.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 7, 2026
What to Do Immediately After Being Charged in the UK
What to Do Immediately After Being Charged in the UK
Charged by the police? We cover every step to regain control of your legal future.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 6, 2026
Charged With a Crime: Your Post‑Charge Defence Roadmap
Charged With a Crime: Your Post-Charge Defence Roadmap
A practical guide to what happens after charge and how to prepare your defence.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
April 6, 2026
Why Transparency Matters in Sexual Offence Solicitor Reporting
Why Transparency Matters in Sexual Offence Solicitor Reporting
How solicitor reporting and compliance protect fairness in sexual offence defence.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
April 3, 2026
The Future of Sexual Offence Law in the UK: What Might Change?
The Future of Sexual Offence Law in the UK: What Might Change
An overview of upcoming sexual offence law reforms and how they may affect courts.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
April 3, 2026
The Cost of Hiring a Sexual Offence Solicitor in the UK
The Cost of Hiring a Sexual Offence Solicitor in the UK
What legal aid and private solicitor fees look like in UK sexual offence cases.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
April 2, 2026
appealed in court
Solicitors for Appeals to the Court of Appeal in Sexual Offence Cases
When and how sexual offence convictions can be appealed to the Court of Appeal.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
April 2, 2026
consultant solicitor
How to Prepare for a Consultation with a Sexual Offence Solicitor
How to prepare for your first sexual offence consultation with early legal advice.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
April 1, 2026
How Character References Are Used in Sexual Offence Defence
How Character References Are Used in Sexual Offence Defence
How character references impact credibility, strategy, and sexual offence sentencing.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
April 1, 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.

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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
March 25, 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
March 25, 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
January 29, 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
January 14, 2026
What is pre-charge bail?
Your Complete Guide to Pre-Charge Bail in the UK
This blog explains pre-charge bail, how it differs from release under investigation, time limits, conditions, potential outcomes, and legal options.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
March 25, 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
January 13, 2026

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