Practice Area
Criminal Law defence
Strategic, experienced representation across the full range of criminal charges, from a first Local Court mention through to a defended hearing or trial.
What We Defend
Charged with an offence? Here’s where to start.
Justice Criminal Defence Lawyers acts for people charged with criminal offences across Sydney, from a first Local Court mention through to a defended hearing or trial in the District or Supreme Court. Whatever the charge, the same approach applies: understand exactly what the prosecution has to prove, identify what can realistically be challenged or negotiated, and put the strongest possible case in front of the Court, whether that means fighting the charge, negotiating a more favourable outcome, or preparing the material needed for the best available result at sentencing.
Every matter starts with a free first conference, so you can understand your options and get a fixed-fee quote before committing to anything. We are available 24/7 for urgent situations, including police questioning, a search of your home, or an application for bail.
Criminal Offences We Handle
Charges we defend, by category
Assault & Violence →
Assault charges range from a single push during a heated argument through to charges involving injury, and the right approach depends heavily on the specific sequence of events, whether self-defence is available, and what evidence exists, such as CCTV or body-worn video.
Drug Offences →
Drug charges span simple possession through to supply, and often turn on how police obtained their evidence, whether a search was lawful, and whether the prosecution can actually prove a drug was held for supply rather than personal use.
Sexual Offences
Sexual offence charges carry some of the most serious consequences in the criminal justice system and require careful, experienced handling from the earliest possible stage, including before any police interview takes place.
Domestic Violence & AVOs
Apprehended violence orders and domestic violence charges frequently arise together, and decisions made in the first days after an incident, including whether to consent to an AVO, can affect both the criminal charge and the AVO proceedings.
Property Offences
Property offences cover everything from shoplifting through to break and enter, and penalties vary considerably depending on the value involved, whether the property was occupied, and whether any violence or threat was used.
Fraud & Financial Crime
Fraud, Centrelink and financial crime matters often involve large volumes of documentary evidence, and the seriousness of the charge usually turns on the amount involved and the sophistication of the conduct alleged.
Firearms & Weapons
Firearms and weapons offences are treated seriously by NSW courts and often carry standard non-parole periods or licensing consequences in addition to the immediate criminal penalty.
Public Order Offences
Public order charges such as affray often arise from incidents involving alcohol or a group of people, and can turn on exactly what role you played, and what the prosecution can prove about your individual conduct.
Serious & Indictable Matters
The most serious charges, including murder, manslaughter and terrorism offences, proceed through committal in the Local Court to trial in the District or Supreme Court, and require early, experienced strategic input from the first point of police contact onward.
Already in custody, or facing a bail decision?
Getting the right material in front of the Court quickly can be the difference between being released and remaining in custody until your matter is finalised.
Bail ApplicationsWhy Justice
Fixed fees, a free first conference, and a lawyer available 24/7
You will know your fee before we start work, you can speak with us free of charge before deciding anything, and if you are contacted by police outside business hours, you can reach us then too. Every matter is handled by Muhammad Siddique, admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia.
Not sure which Court your matter will be heard in? See our NSW courts guide.
Going to Court?
Speak with our team today for a free first conference and clear, fixed-fee advice on your matter.
Call 0414 444 474