Accredited Criminal Lawyers Melbourne
Criminal Lawyers Melbourne
Charged with a criminal offence? Under police investigation? Facing serious charges? You need experienced criminal defence lawyers who understand the courts and know how to build a strong defence strategy.
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Criminal Defence Services We Provide
We provide comprehensive criminal defence services across all areas of criminal law. Whether you're facing summary offences or serious indictable charges, our accredited specialists have the experience and expertise to defend your rights.
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Bail Applications
Strategic applications to secure release while awaiting trial.
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Pre-Interview Advice
What to say (and not say) before speaking to police.
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Summary Crime
Fast, effective representation for summary offences.
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Committal Hearings
Challenging the prosecution's case before trial.
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Jury Trials
Skilled trial preparation and courtroom advocacy.
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Children's Court
Specialist advocacy for young people navigating justice.
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Royal Commissions
Guidance and representation in complex inquiries.
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Spent Convictions
Advice and advocacy at plea stage and post-sentence.
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Appeals & Appellate Law
Challenging convictions and sentences at higher courts.
What Makes Us Melbourne’s Leading Criminal Lawyers?
Every case is overseen by an Accredited Criminal Law Specialist.
At Emma Turnbull Lawyers, we focus exclusively on criminal defence and intervention order matters.
We act in serious, high-stakes cases across Victoria, providing strategic advice, strong advocacy, and clear direction when it matters most.
Whether you are facing charges, under investigation, or dealing with an intervention order, our role is to protect your position and achieve the strongest possible outcome.
Specialists
We practise exclusively in criminal law and intervention orders, delivering deeper expertise, sharper strategy, and stronger outcomes.
Courtroom Ready
We appear daily in the Magistrates’, County and Supreme Courts. We understand how the system operates and how to position your case effectively within it.
Our Criminal Defence Experience
We have extensive experience defending clients facing a wide range of criminal charges across Victoria's courts.
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Assault & Violence Offences
Strategic defence for assault, violence, and related charges.
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Drug Offences
Expert representation for drug possession and trafficking matters.
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Property Offences
Defence for theft, burglary, and property-related charges.
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Driving Offences
Representation for traffic violations and driving-related charges.
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Sexual Offences
Sensitive and strategic defence for sexual assault allegations.
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Fraud & Deception
Expert defence for fraud, embezzlement, and dishonesty charges.
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Robbery
Strong defence strategies for robbery and related charges.
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Offending Against Children
Specialist advocacy for charges involving children.
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Breach Offences
Defence for breach of court orders and related matters.
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Breach Bail
Strategic representation for breach of bail conditions.
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Pervert The Course Of Justice
Expert defence for obstruction and perverting justice charges.
The Criminal Defence Process
Initial Consultation - We meet with you to understand your situation, review the charges, and discuss your options and potential outcomes.
Investigation & Evidence Review - We thoroughly review police evidence, identify weaknesses in the prosecution case, and gather supporting evidence.
Strategy Development - We develop a tailored defence strategy based on the specific circumstances of your case and the charges you face.
Negotiations & Plea Discussions - We negotiate with the prosecution to explore settlement options, including potential charge reductions or sentencing agreements.
Trial Preparation & Advocacy - If your case proceeds to trial, we prepare thoroughly and provide skilled courtroom advocacy to defend your rights.
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