If you're facing criminal charges, or believe you might be, early legal advice is essential. Our expert criminal defence solicitors are based in Aberdeen and regularly represent clients in courts across Scotland, including Glasgow, Edinburgh, and beyond. Wherever you are, contact our litigation team today to discuss your options in confidence.
Our dedicated and recently expanded criminal defence team brings decades of experience representing clients across all levels of the Scottish criminal justice system including minor offences in the District Court, more serious matters in the Sheriff Court, or complex cases in the High Court of Justiciary, we are by your side every step of the way.
As a firm registered with the Scottish Legal Aid Board, we can assist eligible clients in securing Legal Aid to cover legal fees in criminal proceedings. Our team defends clients across Aberdeen, Banchory, and the North East of Scotland in a wide range of criminal matters, including:
Our Criminal Defence Services
- Road traffic offences (including speeding, drink driving, careless driving)
- Assault and serious assault
- Sexual offences, including rape and historical abuse cases
- Culpable homicide and attempted murder
- Breach of the peace and public order offences
- Drug-related offences, including possession and intent to supply
- Robbery, theft, and abduction
- Fraud, including benefit fraud and identity fraud
- Proceeds of crime
- Corporate crime and white collar offences
- Offensive weapons charges
Why Choose Burnett & Reid?
Local experts serving Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and the North of Scotland Decades of criminal law experience Legal Aid available where applicable Personal, discreet, and results-focused approach. Contact us today for a confidential consultation with one of our criminal solicitors.
