At Elbob & Stephenson Legal, we recently represented a client at the Belmont Local Court who was facing an array of very serious criminal charges, including:
Had the matter proceeded, our client was staring down the real prospect of a substantial prison sentence.
From the outset, we identified significant problems with the prosecution’s case:
We raised self-defence and carefully documented the procedural flaws in the investigation. A formal offer was then put to the prosecution: either withdraw the charges, or face an application for all legal costs and potential malicious prosecution proceedings.
The prosecution ultimately conceded. The result was:
A costs order against police remained a live consideration, highlighting the strength of our position and the seriousness of the failures in the police investigation.
Charges involving serious assault, choking, and stalking are often prosecuted aggressively and carry the potential for lengthy custodial terms. To have such charges entirely withdrawn and dismissed is a rare and exceptional outcome. It demonstrates the importance of experienced defence lawyers who can identify weaknesses in a prosecution case, challenge improper police conduct, and negotiate firmly to protect their client’s rights.
Charged with Serious Offences in New South Wales?
If you or someone you know is facing serious assault, family violence, or false allegations, contact the team at Elbob & Stephenson Legal. We fight hard to protect our clients from wrongful prosecutions and unfair outcomes.
