Satchell Moran Solicitors
10 Dryden Road
Wavertree Technology Park
Liverpool, L7 9PG
0151 268 8282
info@satchellmoransolicitors.com
Satchell Moran Solicitors
10 Dryden Road
Wavertree Technology Park
Liverpool, L7 9PG
0151 268 8282
info@satchellmoransolicitors.com
It is important you instruct expert solicitors in this area to deal with such claims as these matters are often complex and heavily defended.
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Being accused of a crime you did not commit can be a very daunting experience. If you consider you were charged based on evidence that was manufactured in any manner by the police and the charges against you were later dropped or you were found not guilty at trial and you consider the evidence used against you was fabricated in any manner by the police or without probable cause, you may be able to bring a claim for malicious prosecution.
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It is important you instruct expert solicitors in this area to deal with claims such as these matters as they are often complex and heavily defended by authorities such as the police. We are experts at bringing malicious prosecution claims against the police as we understand the challenges faced when bringing such a claim against a public body.
For us to pursue a claim for malicious prosecution it would be extremely helpful if you were able to obtain the full file of papers from your criminal solicitor before contacting us if you had a criminal solicitor representing you at the prosecution although this is not always necessary. Our specialist lawyers who have received national recognition for claims against the police will be able provide professional legal advice and guidance.
Police knowingly creating false evidence or tampering with evidence, manufacturing witness statements or lying while under oath.
Starting a prosection based on a false accusation such an accusation of assault to cover up police misconduct.
Charging somebody without conducting a thorough or reasonable investigation, charging based on flimsy or insubstantial evidence.
Deliberately withholding or supressing evidence that could prove the accused innocence.
Our dedicated team handle a wide range of malicious prosecution claims. We are experienced, professional and will be at your side every step of the way.
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If you think you have a claim, we can get the ball rolling if you would like to get in touch with us. Please use the details below or you can fill in the contact form and someone at Satchell Moran will get back to you.
Compensation can help cover lost income, and the effects of stress caused by a malicious prosecution. It can also provide financial support while you recover. It is important to seek legal advice as quickly as possible in these cases as they are subject to time limits.
We make the process straightforward so that you can focus on your recovery.
Time frames for claims against the Police, please note you have a 6 month limitation period to bring any claim under the equality act, 1-year limitation period to bring a claim for any breach of human rights, a 3-year limitation period to bring any claim for injury and a 6-year limitation period for any unlawful arrest/detainment/false imprisonment or trespass to your property.
Compensation can cover general damages (for pain, suffering, and loss of amenity, including mental distress), special damages (for financial losses like lost earnings), and exemplary damages in cases of severe misconduct.
If you have any ring doorbell, mobile phone or dash camera footage please provide this to us when you make contact. If you have made a complaint and are in receipt of the complaint response/outcome report please provide this to us. If you have any paperwork from any criminal proceedings or from your criminal solicitor these can also be helpful.
In some circumstances we can still bring a claim irrespective of a conviction although this can make matters more difficult.
We offer a no-win, no-fee agreement. This means you don’t pay a penny upfront. If we win, we take a success fee (typically 25%) from your compensation. Legal Aid is also available for eligible clients.
