Our client was charged with kidnapping and false imprisonment, extremely serious allegations that, if proven, carry a mandatory term of imprisonment.
The prosecution case alleged that our client had been involved in the unlawful detention of another person over a personal dispute. While the circumstances were complex and contested, the initial charges placed our client at risk of significant custodial consequences, including a possible trial and a lengthy sentence.
After engaging Elbob & Stephenson Legal, we immediately undertook a comprehensive analysis of the prosecution brief, identifying critical weaknesses in the evidence supporting the kidnapping charge. We then:
As a result of our advocacy, the prosecution agreed to withdraw the kidnapping charge entirely, allowing the matter to proceed on the less serious false imprisonment charge alone.
At sentencing, we made detailed submissions focused on rehabilitation and the unique circumstances of the offending. The Court ultimately agreed, and our client:
Charged with kidnapping or false imprisonment? These are among the most serious criminal offences in Victoria—but with skilled legal representation, you may be able to negotiate charge reductions and avoid the harshest penalties.
