Criminal Lawyers in Wellington

Criminal Defense across Wellington District and High Court

⚖️ Need a Criminal Lawyer in Wellington?

Quick Answer: Wellington has a wide range of criminal defense lawyers. Hourly rates: $300-500. District Court matters: $2,000-20,000. High Court trials: $30,000-100,000+. 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 available for eligible defendants.

Typical Costs:

  • • Duty lawyer (police station): Free
  • • Simple guilty plea: $2,000-5,000
  • • District Court defended: $8,000-20,000
  • • High Court trial: $30,000-100,000+

What We Handle:

  • • Drink driving: DUI, excess breath alcohol
  • • Assault: Common assault to serious violence
  • • Drug charges: Possession, supply, manufacturing
  • • Fraud: White collar and financial crimes
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  • 🚗Drink & Drug Driving
  • 👊Assault & Violence
  • 💊Drug Offenses
  • 💰Fraud & Financial Crimes
  • 🏠Burglary & Theft
  • ⚖️Appeals & Reviews

Wellington Courts

  • 🏛️Wellington District Court
  • 🏛️Wellington High Court
  • 🏛️Lower Hutt District Court
  • 🏛️Porirua District Court
  • 🏛️Court of Appeal
  • 🏛️Supreme Court

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a criminal lawyer cost in Wellington?

Wellington criminal lawyers charge $300-500/hour. Simple matters cost $2,000-5,000, District Court defended hearings $8,000-20,000, and High Court trials $30,000-100,000+.

Can I get legal aid for criminal charges?

Yes, legal aid is available for criminal matters if you meet income and asset thresholds. Your lawyer can help you apply.

What should I do if arrested in Wellington?

Exercise your right to silence, request a lawyer immediately, and don't sign anything without legal advice. 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.

Criminal Defense in Wellington

Wellington's criminal lawyers appear in the District and High Courts across the region. With access to the High Court, Court of Appeal, and Supreme Court, Wellington criminal lawyers handle matters from simple traffic offenses to complex jury trials.

Wellington's Unique Criminal Law Landscape

As the capital, Wellington sees a range of criminal matters including government-related prosecutions, serious fraud cases, and appeals to the higher courts. Criminal lawyers here often have experience in high-profile and complex matters.

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