Criminal Law

Led by former Glasgow Bar Association President Ross Yuill

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Road traffic law is a complex and ever-evolving area of law. If you have been charged with a road traffic offence such as speeding, driving while using a mobile phone, drink driving, or any other road traffic offence, we can help.

Sheriff Court Representation

We work regularly in Sheriff Courts throughout the Greater Glasgow Area including Glasgow Sheriff Court, Paisley Sheriff Court, Hamilton Sheriff Court, Airdrie Sheriff Court, East Kilbride Sheriff Court and many others. If you have been charged with a crime in Glasgow, the Glasgow Law Practice...

Police Station Consultations

Being interviewed by the police is a confusing and distressing experience. Things are often said in haste that cannot be explained later. If a loved one is detained at a police station, or you think you may be, you are entitled to legal advice. We...

Sectarian Offences

The Offensive Behaviour at Football and Threatening Communications (Scotland) Act 2012 criminalises behaviour which is threatening, hateful or otherwise offensive at a regulated football match including offensive singing or chanting. If you have been charged with a sectarian offence, we can help.

Cited to Appear in Court?

A citation is document received from the Procurator Fiscal with a date when a person requires to answer a charge at Court. If you have been cited to appear at court in connection with an alleged crime, contact us without delay. It's vital you receive...

Bail Undertaking

In many situations accused persons are granted Bail on standard conditions along with additional special conditions. If you breach the conditions of a Bail Order you may face up to 12 months in prison. If you have received a Bail Undertaking we can help.

Theft

If you have been charged with theft or fraud, it’s important to contact us without delay. As crimes of dishonesty, a conviction for theft or fraud can have serious consequences for your future employment prospects.

Breach of the peace

Breach of the Peace is a very common charge. The acts which amount to breach of the peace are very wide in scope but almost always involve a level of public disorder. If you have been charged with a breach of the peace, contact us...

Drugs Offences

Many people are unaware of the potentially serious consequences that may arise from the possession of even small amounts of a banned substance. No matter what the charge, we can help. We have extensive experience of defending clients charged with every type of drug offence.

Bail offences

Bail is granted by the court in order to prevent a person who has been charged with a crime being detained in prison for a potentially lengthy period of time before their case comes to court. Bail is normally granted with conditions – if these...

Assault

Assault is a common charge and usually arises from a fight or fracas in which one party is injured. Assault is the Scottish equivalent of Grievous Bodily Harm or Assault and Battery in England. It can be a serious charge, so it’s important to seek...

Taxi Licence Appeal

The Glasgow Law Practice has looked after the interests of Taxi Drivers for many years. We have represented individual Licence holders and also the holders of Operators Licences. We regularly represent clients at Appeal Hearings before Licensing Committees in Glasgow, North Lanarkshire, East Dunbartonshire, South...

Criminal Defence Lawyers Glasgow, Scotland: The Glasgow Law Practice

Welcome to The Glasgow Law Practice. Our experienced Criminal Defence Lawyers, based in Glasgow City Centre, Baillieston, Cambuslang and Muirhead, are recognised for their outstanding criminal law expertise. If you have been charged with a crime in Glasgow and require legal advice, we can help.

The Glasgow Law Practice Criminal Defence team has been representing the accused in courts throughout Scotland since 1985. Our solicitors have over 50 years cumulative experience in all aspects of criminal defence work and extensive experience in dealing with all types of prosecutions brought before the Scottish criminal courts.

We provide a full range of services for all types of court cases including:

Road Traffic Act offences
Citations served for forthcoming court appearances
Attendances with clients in custody in police stations
Attending police interviews with clients
Attending Identification Parades
Children’s Panel Referrals to the Sheriff Court

Top 10 Reasons to Choose GLP Crime to Represent You:-

1. We have over 30 years combined experience of appearing in the criminal courts in Glasgow and elsewhere in Scotland.

2. We appear in court everyday. We have a working knowledge of the Judges, Sheriffs, Magistrates and Procurator Fiscals. In many cases this can be a big advantage.

3. Our Solicitors and Solicitor Advocates can represent clients at every level of the courts in Scotland.

4. In every case the first 30 minute appointment is free. This initial diagnostic meeting will provide you with all the information you need to decide how to progress your case.

5. We deal with all types of criminal court case. From minor matters in the district court to high level, complex matters before the High Court. We understand the importance of each individual case.

6. In every case one of the Partners of the firm will have responsibility for the preparation and conduct of the case. You will have one port of call to discuss your case.

7. We use modern technology to keep in touch regarding the progress of your case. We now regularly use Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, FaceTime and Skype. We update via SMS Text Message. If a person is in custody we regularly visit personally or use video link technology.

8. We offer legal aid in the majority of cases. If a person does not qualify for legal aid we can arrange a private fee. This can be based on an hourly rate or more frequently we will arrange a fixed block fee. Private fees can be paid monthly by standing order arranged via our finance office. This allows clients to spread the cost.

9. We try our very best to be approachable and easy to talk to. We appreciate facing a criminal charge is stressful. We are straight talking and try to cut out legal jargon wherever possible. We tell you what you need to know quickly.

10. We win. We get people bail. We are successful in trials. We win Appeals. We keep peoples driving licences. We limit the damage where things look impossible. We persuade the Procurator Fiscal not to prosecute further when it is right to do so. We get results.

24 Hour Criminal Legal Assistance

We understand that being accused of a crime is a stressful experience. That’s why we provide 24 hour assistance for emergencies and effective representation should you require to appear before any court.

Legal Aid Solicitors Glasgow

We are members of The Law Society of Scotland and are registered to provide Legal Aid by The Scottish Legal Aid Board. Legal Aid may be available in many cases.

Criminal Defence Lawyers in Glasgow Scotland

Contact Us Now - It’s never too soon to get in touch. Call our leading criminal solicitor Ross Yuill on 0141 413 4288 or use our online enquiry form. Our solicitors will deal with your enquiry in the strictest of confidence.

Call or visit us to discuss your case and to obtain the best defence advice for your circumstances. We have offices in Baillieston, Cambuslang, Muirhead, and Glasgow City Centre.

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