Defence from first hearing to appeal
Bail applications, trial defence and appeals under the Muluki Criminal Code.
The first days of a criminal matter shape everything that follows: the statement recorded, the bail application made and the evidence preserved while it can still be found.
We appear before District Courts, High Courts and the Supreme Court, and we act at whatever stage you reach us.
What we handle
- Bail applications and custody hearings
- Trial defence before District and High Courts
- Appeals and revision applications
- Cheque dishonour and financial offences
- Cybercrime and online defamation
- Representation during investigation
- Compounding and withdrawal applications
The statement recorded in the first week decides more cases than the argument made in the last.
Why choose Anvi Legal for criminal defence
We are reachable when it matters, including at the custody stage where a delay can cost a client their liberty for weeks. We explain the realistic range of outcomes rather than promising one of them.
Frequently asked questions
What happens at the first hearing?
The court decides whether the accused is remanded, released on bail or released on personal recognisance. Having counsel present at this stage matters more than at almost any later point.
Can a case be appealed after conviction?
Yes. Appeals run to the High Court and, in defined circumstances, to the Supreme Court, within strict time limits from the date of judgment.
Should I give a statement without a lawyer?
We advise against it. A statement recorded during investigation is difficult to walk back at trial, even where it was given in good faith.
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