Criminal Law & Traffic Law
Criminal Law & Traffic Law
Strategic defence representation across Western Australia
Our Approach to Criminal Defence
When you’re facing criminal charges, you need more than just legal representation—you need strategic advocacy tailored to your specific situation. At Evangel Legal, we take the time to understand your circumstances and craft the best possible defence strategy.
We believe in the wisdom of knowing what we can change, accepting what we cannot, and having the clarity to tell the difference. This philosophy guides our approach: we give you clear, easy-to-follow advice so you know exactly where you stand and what options you have in a complex legal system. Whether it’s negotiating the best outcome, fighting charges that should never have been laid, or simply helping you understand the process—we’re with you every step of the way.
Pleas of Guilty – Securing the Best Outcome
If you’re entering a plea of guilty, our focus shifts to achieving the most favourable sentencing outcome possible. We thoroughly prepare submissions, gather character references, and present mitigating circumstances to the court. Our experience in sentencing advocacy means we know how to present your case in the best possible light.
Strategic Negotiation
Not every case needs to go to trial. Where appropriate, we engage in strategic negotiation with prosecutors to achieve favourable outcomes—whether that’s reducing charges, securing diversion programs, or negotiating agreed facts that support a better sentencing outcome.
Trial Preparation – Leaving No Stone Unturned
If you choose to contest the charges, we prepare your defence with attention to detail. We investigate every aspect of the prosecution’s case, challenge evidence, interview witnesses, and build a robust defence strategy. Our trial advocacy is grounded in decades of courtroom experience across all levels of Western Australian courts.
Briefing Counsel from the Independent Bar
For complex matters or cases requiring specialist advocacy, clients can engage Evangel Legal as instructing solicitors to brief a barrister from the independent bar. We work closely with experienced barristers across Western Australia to ensure you have the strongest possible representation in court, while continuing to manage your matter and provide you with support throughout the process.
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Areas of Criminal Law We Handle
• Traffic Offences: Drink driving, drug driving, dangerous driving, license suspensions
• Assault Charges: Common assault, aggravated assault, assault occasioning bodily harm
• Drug Offences: Possession, supply, cultivation, trafficking
• Theft & Property Crimes: Burglary, stealing, fraud, criminal damage
• Domestic Violence: Restraining orders, family violence matters
• Sex Offences: All charges requiring sensitive and thorough defence
• Serious Indictable Offences: Matters in the District and Supreme Courts, including murder and manslaughter
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We Represent Clients Across All WA Courts
• Magistrates Court
• District Court
• Supreme Court
• Court of Appeal
• Children’s Court
We can represent you from anywhere in Western Australia. Distance is no barrier to quality legal representation.
Contact Us
Call us on 08 9325 2111 or complete the form below and we will contact you.
Initial telephone advice (limited to 15 min).
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