German Criminal Defence Lawyers

Legal Defence & Consulting in Difficult Times

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Legal Defence & Consulting in Difficult Times

Criminal proceedings can have dramatic consequences for the accused, who must face both the police and the prosecution. Attempting a defence without the help of a specialized criminal lawyer is extremely risky. We therefore urgently recommend contacting our German criminal lawyers at the start of the investigation proceedings. At Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte, our lawyers advise both private and business clients.

German Criminal Law Services
for Individual Defence

Our lawyers advise clients in all areas of German criminal law, in German and English. Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte provide comprehensive individual defence services in matters of personal crime, property crime, technology crime, driving offences, drug offences and fraud, among other offences.

German Criminal Law Services
for Business Clients

Businesses facing criminal law charges can find information regarding our services for business crime clients in Germany. We provide comprehensive services regarding fraud cases, tax offences, embezzlement, money laundering and other white-collar criminal activity. Our team also supports businesses with preventing criminal activities from taking place.

German Criminal Law Defence Services
for Private Individuals

Our lawyers advise clients in all areas of German criminal law, in German and English. Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte provide comprehensive individual defence services in matters of personal crime, property crime, technology crime, driving offences, drug offences and fraud, among other offences.

German Criminal Law Defence Services
for Business Clients

Businesses facing criminal law charges can find information regarding our services for business crime clients in Germany. We provide comprehensive services regarding fraud cases, tax offences, embezzlement, money laundering and other white-collar criminal activity. Our team also supports businesses with preventing criminal activities from taking place.

German Criminal Defence Services: Private Individuals

At Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte, we are a full-service law firm who provide comprehensive assistance to a global client base. Our private clients can expect support and representation across a full spectrum of German criminal law areas in individual defence. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have been arrested, if you’re facing pre-trial detention, looking to appeal a court decision or if you fear a search of your house or business premises. Our lawyers can be relied upon during times of crisis. Contact us now using our contact details below this article.

Arson Defence Services

Arson is generally defined as willfully or maliciously setting fire to property, but cases are not always straightforward. As we will see there is a range of offences and degrees of liability in such cases. With this level of nuance, it is vital to consult with a criminal law attorney in the face of arson accusations. These cases tend to be high-profile and therefore having an experienced legal advisor on your side is crucial.

Our lawyers advise on attempted arson, aggravated arson, death by arson, negligence relating to arson, intensifying a fire and cases relating to arson and insurance claims.

Blackmail Defence Services

Blackmail is considered as a criminal law offence in Germany and therefore carries heavy sanctions should one be found guilty. Should a person be found guilty of it, they can face punishment of up to five years imprisonment. Those guilty can also face fines for this action. Attempted blackmail is also punishable by law. Should a case involve those in a gang or in organised crime, then the sentencing will be likely to be on the higher end of the scale. Other factors will also be considered such as cases involving violence and dangers to the life of the person, these cases will carry heavy sanctions.

At Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte, our criminal law defence team provides our clients with comprehensive legal advice regarding such cases in Germany. We will provide you with clear defence strategies and guidance to defend you against damaging accusations.

Criminal Procedure: Bail, Appeals & Police Summons

If you face accusations of criminal offences in Germany, it is crucial to have an experienced criminal defence lawyer at your side. Criminal law cases are complicated, and criminal