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Trusted Criminal Law Solicitors in Roche, Cornwall
Cornwall Defence Solicitors was established in 2009 as a specialist criminal law firm serving clients across Cornwall and nationally. Our team of solicitors and accredited police station representatives provides expert legal advice and representation for individuals facing criminal charges, operating from our East Cornwall office in Roche. With over a century of combined experience, we offer services on both Legal Aid and private client bases, regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.Our expertise spans road traffic offences, sexual offences, dishonesty-related crimes, violent offences, and drug trafficking cases, including complex Crown Court trials and proceeds of crime applications. We maintain a strong focus on accessibility, ensuring our team remains available 24/7 for urgent legal matters.
Services
Road Traffic Offences
Sexual Offences
Dishonest Offences
Violent Offences
Drug Offences
Police Interviews
Legal Representation
Criminal Defence
Proceeds of Crime Applications
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We operate 24/7 to handle urgent legal matters
- We offer services on both Legal Aid and competitive private client bases
- Our team holds specialist accreditations including police station representation
- We have over 100 years of combined experience in criminal defence
- We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Fantastic service
Professional and courteous
Deeply grateful
Supportive throughout
Can smile again
Services
Road Traffic Offences
We handle guilty and not guilty pleas for road traffic offences under the Road Traffic Act 1988. Our fixed-fee service includes court representation, evidence analysis, and sentencing advice. Clients receive comprehensive guidance from initial consultation through to case resolution, with additional costs applying for special circumstances.
Sexual Offences
Our team defends clients facing sexual offence allegations including assault, rape, and indecent image charges. We provide sensitive handling of complex cases, with expertise in historic allegations and Crown Court trials. Legal strategies focus on evidence scrutiny and proportionate sentencing arguments while maintaining client confidentiality throughout proceedings.
Dishonest Offences
We represent clients charged with theft, fraud, burglary, and benefit fraud offences. Our approach combines forensic evidence analysis, including fingerprint and DNA evaluation, with strategic defence planning. We can instruct independent experts when required and handle both magistrates' court matters and serious Crown Court cases involving aggravating factors.
Violent Offences
Our practice covers the full spectrum of violent offences from common assault to murder. We specialise in complex cases requiring expert witness coordination and handle domestic and non-domestic allegations. The team has significant experience with wounding, grievous bodily harm, and manslaughter charges, providing strategic defence representation at all court levels.
Drug Offences
We defend clients in drug trafficking and possession cases, including Devon and Cornwall's major investigations. Our expertise extends to analysing ANPR data, mobile phone evidence, and proceeds of crime applications. We handle confiscation proceedings and provide strategic advice on asset recovery matters under the Proceeds of Crime Act.
People
Chris Spencer
Managing Partner & Solicitor Advocate
Lead solicitor with extensive criminal defence experience, specialising in complex court advocacy and strategic case management for serious offences.
Patrick Haynes
Partner & Solicitor
Experienced criminal law partner providing expert legal advice and representation, focusing on achieving optimal outcomes through thorough case preparation.
Danni Nancarrow
Accredited Police Station Representative
Specialist police station representative offering immediate legal support during investigations, combining practical expertise with client-focused communication.
Maryanne Mills
Accredited Police Station Representative
Certified legal professional providing critical support during police interviews, ensuring client rights are protected through expert procedural knowledge.
Louisa Harris
Trainee Solicitor
Developing expertise in criminal defence under senior supervision, assisting with case preparation and client support while pursuing full qualification.
Questions
What areas do you cover for criminal defence cases?
We operate from Roche, Cornwall, serving clients across Cornwall and nationally for all criminal defence matters.
Do you handle both minor and serious criminal offences?
Yes, we represent clients for minor charges like traffic offences and serious cases including murder and large-scale drug trafficking.
Are your services available outside normal office hours?
Our team provides 24/7 legal support for urgent matters requiring immediate attention.
Can you assist with both Legal Aid and private clients?
We offer services on both Legal Aid and competitive private client bases to ensure accessible legal representation.
What accreditations do your solicitors hold?
We have Solicitors Regulation Authority regulation and specialist accreditations for police station representation and criminal litigation.
How do you handle complex criminal cases?
Our approach combines expert evidence analysis, strategic defence planning, and experienced court representation tailored to case complexity.
