Are you looking to start private prosecution proceedings? Edmonds, Marshall, and McMahon (EMM) is here to help. As the UK’s first and only specialist Private Prosecution law firm, we offer tailored prosecution services to meet your needs.
Your Right to Private Prosecution
Many are unaware of their right to privately prosecute, and we aim to inform and guide you through the process.a Our experienced legal team ensures a favourable outcome by advising you at every step of the way. Contacting EMM means you’ll receive a strategy to achieve results faster than going via the police or Crown Prosecution Service.
The Private Prosecution Process
Private prosecution is a proven concept, with many high-profile cases leading to convictions. The steps and procedure is quite straightforward:
1. Contact EMM: Reach out to us, and we will guide you through each stage.
- Initial Contact: When you first contact Edmonds, Marshall, and McMahon (EMM), our team will take the time to understand your situation. We pride ourselves on promptly responding to all enquiries and will schedule an initial consultation at your earliest convenience.
- Assessment of Viability: During this preliminary discussion, we conduct an initial assessment to determine if your case is suitable for private prosecution. We’ll provide honest feedback and discuss potential outcomes based on the information you provide.
2. Initial Consultation: Arrange a meeting to discuss your case in detail. During this consultation, we will assess the viability of your case and provide you with a clear understanding of the steps involved.
- Detailed Case Review: Our legal experts will delve into the specifics of your case, review all available evidence, discuss the events leading up to the incident, and clarify any legal intricacies involved.
- Strategic Planning: We will outline a strategic plan tailored to your case, including the steps required to gather additional evidence, if necessary. This planning ensures that your case is built on a solid foundation, increasing the likelihood of a successful outcome.
3. Evidence Gathering: If sufficient evidence exists, we will commence proceedings. If not, we may recommend a private investigation to gather the necessary evidence. This stage is key, as the quality and thoroughness of evidence can significantly impact the success of the prosecution.
- Thorough Investigation: Our team of experienced investigators will work diligently to uncover all relevant facts and evidence. This may involve interviewing witnesses, collecting forensic evidence, and obtaining expert testimony.
- Legal Analysis: Once the evidence is gathered, our legal team will conduct a detailed analysis to ensure it meets the standards required for prosecution. We will identify any potential weaknesses in the case and address them proactively.
4. Proceedings: Once the evidence is ready and charges are decided, the magistrate’s court will review the case. The court will issue a summons and serve it to the accused, informing them of the charges and the requirement to appear in court. A court date will be set, and EMM will represent you throughout the process.
- Filing Charges: Our legal experts will prepare and file the necessary legal documents to initiate the prosecution. This includes drafting the charge sheet and ensuring all procedural requirements are met.
- Court Procedures: The magistrate’s court will review the case and, if it finds the evidence sufficient, will issue a summons to the accused. This summons details the charges and mandates their appearance in court.
- Representation: EMM will represent you at all court hearings, providing skilled advocacy and managing interactions with the defence. We will present the evidence clearly and persuasively, cross-examine witnesses, and make compelling legal arguments to support your case.
- Ongoing Support: Throughout the entire process, we will keep you informed and involved, ensuring you understand each step and are prepared for all eventualities.
These are the steps that Edmonds, Marshall, and McMahon (EMM) take you through, to ensure a comprehensive and effective private prosecution process.
- Contact EMM: Reach out to us, and we will guide you through each stage.
- Initial Consultation: Arrange a meeting to discuss your case in detail.
- Evidence Gathering: If sufficient evidence exists, we will commence proceedings. If not, we may recommend private investigation to gather the necessary evidence.
- Proceedings: Once the evidence is ready, and charges are decided, the magistrate’s court will review the case, issue a summons, and serve the accused. A court date will be set, and EMM will represent you throughout the process.
Our Prosecution Services
We provide services for:
We also cover advisory and regulatory prosecution matters, investigations, and confiscation.
For comprehensive support in private prosecution, contact EMM.
