Criminal Lawyer Wide Bay QLD
Are you under investigation or have you been arrested for a traffic or criminal offence in the Wide Bay region? You must seek the legal services of an experienced Criminal Lawyer for representation. Avoid licence restrictions, hefty fines or even jail time.
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Your dedicated Wide Bay Criminal Defence Lawyer
David Cole is dedicated to achieving the best outcome in all legal matters through straightforward legal advice, effective communication and representation.
David has over 20 years of extensive experience in both State and Federal Courts throughout Australia and is a trusted and reputable Criminal Lawyer Australia-wide. With his previous experience as a prosecutor for Crown Law, David has a unique insight into both sides of the courtroom and he now specialises in all areas of Criminal Law, including Domestic Violence and traffic offences.
Seeking the right representation can mean the difference between lenient sentencing and life-long penalties. Don't forego quality criminal defence representation and gamble with your future, contact David Cole for any criminal matter today and get peace of mind knowing your case is in capable hands.
What offences have you been charged with?
A criminal charge is serious and depending on the type of indictable offence, you could be facing a term of imprisonment. This could have a severe impact on your life and reputation.
Seek immediate legal advice from an experienced Criminal Defence Lawyer if you have been charged with one of the following offences:- Assault based offences
- Assault occasioning actual bodily harm
- Assault occasioning bodily harm
- Assault or Obstruct Police
- Break and enter
- Burglary
- Drug cultivation, production or importation
- Drug trafficking
- Supply of a dangerous drug
- Grievous bodily harm
- Manslaughter
- Murder
- Robbery
- Sexual offences
- Weapons offences
Are you already awaiting trial? Give yourself the best chance at being granted bail by contacting an experienced criminal lawyer as soon as possible. David will ensure that your bail application is correctly handled.
Your Right To Remain Silent
In Australia, you are innocent until proven guilty and it is the job of the Prosecutor and the criminal justice system to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you are guilty.
Therefore take advantage of your right to remain silent until your Criminal Lawyer arrives at the police station to give you legal advice. Anything you say to the police, whether in a formal police interview or not, may be used as evidence against you at your trial or in the Court process.
Do I Need A Solicitor Or A Barrister?
As a Barrister, David can represent you in a Local, Supreme or Magistrates Court.
Solicitors generally don't appear in Court but advise a client about their legal problems. A solicitor can appear in Court but generally, they will have a Barrister handle court appearances for their client.
David can appear in Court for a solicitor or he can provide expert advice on your criminal or traffic matter directly.
About David
David Cole isn't just your run-of-the-mill criminal law firm. David is a highly experienced Criminal Defence Lawyer who has devoted over 20 years to the pursuit of justice in both State and Federal Courts throughout Australia.
With a background in prosecution (Crown Law), David has a unique insight into both sides of the courtroom, making him the ideal representation for clients facing all manner of criminal charges, including Domestic Violence offences, Drug driving, DUI offences and other Traffic offences, Murder, Manslaughter, Sex crimes, Property offences and corporate offences and Robbery charges.
Representation in Court by a Wide Bay Criminal Lawyer
David is available to represent you across several locations in Wide Bay QLD including Bundaberg, Hervey Bay, Gympie, Maryborough and surrounding areas.
For your convenience, here are the phone numbers and addresses of several courts in Wide Bay:
Bundaberg Magistrates Court
44 Quay Street
Bundaberg Central Qld 4670
Phone: (07) 4326 3800
Hervey Bay Magistrates Court
Queens Rd
Scarness Qld 4655
Phone: (07) 4326 3800
Gympie Magistrates Court
38 Channon St,
Gympie Qld 4570
Phone: (07) 5489 2600
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to give police my fingerprints or DNA?
In Queensland, the Police Powers and Responsibilities Act gives the police the right to obtain your fingerprints or DNA under certain circumstances.
If you refuse to cooperate, the police are allowed to use reasonable force to obtain them.
The police can take your fingerprints and DNA when you have been charged with an offence which carries a maximum penalty of one year’s imprisonment or more.
The police can also take a person’s fingerprints and/or DNA if a court has made an order that they may do so (Section 471). If this occurs, the police may detain the person in order to obtain their fingerprints or DNA.
If there are no charges laid against you, the police are obligated to destroy your fingerprints (usually within 6 months time.)
Will I have to accompany the Police to the Police Station for Questioning?
The Police will only be able to take you to the Police Station for questioning if you are under arrest. It is important to be aware that you are not required to participate in interviews with the police.
You should exercise your right to remain silent and contact a Criminal Lawyer or Criminal Barrister to obtain legal advice.
What does a criminal lawyer do?
Criminal defence lawyers work to defend individuals, organisations and entities who have been charged with a crime.
Engaging a criminal lawyer ensures your rights are protected, you are fairly treated and that the principles of law that protect everyone are upheld by police and courts.
What is the difference between a barrister, solicitor and lawyer?
The term ‘lawyer’ is an overarching term which includes both solicitors and barristers. If someone is a Lawyer, it means they have had the required legal training which permits them to give legal advice.
Solicitors can provide general legal advice across a wide variety of legal issues, but they are not able to represent you in court unless they hire and instruct a barrister.
Barristers are experts in specific areas of law and are able to represent you in court. A barrister spends much of their professional time representing individuals and businesses in court.
Do I have to answer questions from the Police?
If you are approached by a Police Officer you are only required to provide your name and current address to the Police.
If you are in a vehicle, you must produce your driver license. If you are a child, you will be asked for your age.
You do not have to answer any other questions from Police or provide them with any further information and you should avoid obstructing the police.
Do I have to take part in an identification parade if asked by Police?
The police may ask you to participate in an identification parade, also known as a line-up.
You do not have to agree to participate in a line-up and should seek legal advice from a criminal defence lawyer if asked by Police.
Are Police allowed to search me?
Police are only allowed to search you if they have reasonable grounds or if you are under arrest.
Reasonable grounds include if you are suspected of carrying drugs or weapons.
Do I have to speak in court?
You only have to speak in court if you are to give evidence from the witness box.
As an experienced criminal lawyer, David will handle all speaking in court. Allowing inexperienced persons who are unfamiliar with court procedures to speak may put the case at unnecessary risk.
This website is for informational purposes only and is not offering legal advice.