Criminal Lawyers in Dunedin

Criminal Defence

Need a Criminal Lawyer in Dunedin?

Quick Answer: Dunedin has a wide range of criminal lawyers. Hourly rates: $260-400 (competitive South Island rates). Defended hearings: $8,000-35,000. If you are detained, you can ask police for free advice from a duty lawyer at any hour under the Police Detention Legal Assistance scheme. Legal aid for eligible clients including students.

Typical Costs:

  • - Simple guilty plea: $1,800-3,500
  • - Defended hearing: $8,000-35,000
  • - Jury trial: $20,000-70,000+
  • - Bail application: $1,000-2,000

What We Handle:

  • - Drug offences: Possession, supply
  • - Violence: Assault, domestic violence
  • - Driving: Drink driving, dangerous driving
  • - Student: University-related matters
30+
Criminal Lawyers
24/7
Free duty lawyer if detained
Legal Aid
Available
Free
Initial Consultation

Criminal Law Services

  • 💊Drug Offences
  • 👊Assault & Violence
  • 🚗Drink & Dangerous Driving
  • 🎓Student Matters
  • 🔗Bail Applications
  • ⚖️Jury Trials

Dunedin Courts

  • 🏛️Dunedin District Court
  • 🏛️Dunedin High Court
  • 🏛️Youth Court
  • 📞24/7 Duty Lawyer

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Criminal Defence in Dunedin

Dunedin's criminal lawyers serve a unique community that includes a large university student population. Local lawyers understand the specific challenges faced by young people and can help navigate both the criminal justice system and potential university disciplinary processes. With competitive South Island rates and strong legal aid support, quality defence is accessible.

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