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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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Chronologies: Turning Complex Evidence into a Clear Defence
How a sourced timeline turns a mass of evidence into a clear, usable defence.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 30, 2026
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Exhibit Continuity: Can the Crown Prove Its Chain?
How gaps in an exhibit's history can weaken the Crown's evidence against you.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 29, 2026
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Visual Identification Procedures: Challenging Identification Parades and Images
See how courts test identification parades and images, and how you can challenge them.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 28, 2026
Advice Matters
Adverse Inferences From Silence: When Can the Court Draw Conclusions?
Learn how courts treat silence in a police interview and what a defendant can do next.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 27, 2026
Sentencing for Multiple Offences: Totality and the Overall Sentence
Sentencing for Multiple Offences: Totality and the Overall Sentence
How totality affects sentencing when you face multiple offences.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 26, 2026
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Restraining Orders After Acquittal: Can Courts Still Act?
How a court can impose a restraining order after acquittal, and how to respond.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 23, 2026
1-Applications to Adduce Fresh Evidence Pre-Trial
Applications to Adduce Fresh Evidence Pre-Trial
How the defence can introduce new evidence before trial, and what the court expects.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 22, 2026
Defence Witnesses Who Are Reluctant to Attend: Options Before Trial
Defence Witnesses Who Are Reluctant to Attend: Options Before Trial
Your trial date is close, and a key witness is hesitating. Learn what you can do next.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 16, 2026
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Special Measures for Prosecution Witnesses: How the Defence Can Respond
Find out how the defence can respond when a prosecution witness gets special measures.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 16, 2026
How Another Defendant's Plea Can Affect Your Proceedings
Co-Defendant Pleas and Convictions: What Do They Mean for Your Case?
How a co-defendant's plea or conviction can affect your defence.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 16, 2026
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Unused Material Reviews: Spotting Helpful Disclosure
How to spot unused material that could help the defence after charge.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 16, 2026
Prosecution Case Changes After Charge: Responding to a Moving Case
Prosecution Case Changes After Charge: Responding to a Moving Case
How the defence can respond when the prosecution case changes after charge.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 14, 2026
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Domestic Proceedings Overlap: Family and Criminal Courts
How criminal and family proceedings interact when the same allegations are involved.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 14, 2026
Youth Defendants: What Changes in the Process
Youth Defendants: What Changes in the Process
Criminal proceedings differ for under-18s: the youth court, anonymity, and sentencing.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 13, 2026
Interpreter and Cultural Issues in Criminal Cases
Interpreter and Cultural Issues in Criminal Cases
Your interpreter rights in a UK criminal case, and how to challenge poor interpreting.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 12, 2026
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Mental Health and Fitness to Plead: What the Court Considers
What the Pritchard test covers, and what happens after a finding of unfit.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 9, 2026
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When to Use a Private Investigator for Witness Tracing and Alibi Verification
How private investigators can trace witnesses and verify alibis in criminal cases.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 8, 2026
Third‑Party Material: How to Obtain What Helps
Third-Party Material Requests: Timelines and What Happens If They're Refused
Third-party material requests can face delays or refusals. Here's what happens next.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 7, 2026
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Working with Digital Evidence: Messages, Metadata, Timelines
A hub guide to messages, metadata, and timelines in criminal defence.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 6, 2026
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Character References and Reports: Mitigation That Helps
Character references, reports and evidence of rehabilitation to be used for sentencing mitigation.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
October 5, 2026
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The Role of Pre-Charge Submissions from First Contact to NFA
Understand pre-charge submissions, police bail, RUI and the route to NFA.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
October 2, 2026
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Fitness to Plead and Psychiatric Issues in Sexual Allegations
Understand fitness to plead, mental capacity and psychiatric issues in criminal cases.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
October 1, 2026
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Cross-Complaints and Counter-Allegations Strategic Considerations
Learn how to respond to cross-complaints while protecting your criminal defence.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
September 30, 2026
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Device Seizure and Data Return: Your Rights and Practical Steps
Understand your rights after police seize your phone, including data extraction and return.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
September 29, 2026
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Legal Advice Privilege vs Litigation Privilege What Is the Difference?
Learn the key aspects related to legal advice privilege and litigation privilege.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
September 28, 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
June 16, 2026
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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
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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
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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
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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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