Kellocks Solicitors, Preston are 24 hour criminal defence solicitors, specialising in providing representation at the police station, Magistrates Court, Youth Court and Crown Court in Preston, Lancashire and beyond. Kellocks Solicitors offer criminal legal aid and are contracted suppliers to the Legal Aid Agency. We can represent anybody at the police station at no cost to themselves and we enjoy a strong reputation in this regard. Subject to financial assessment and a merits test, we may also be able to provide free representation at the Magistrates Court, this depends upon the seriousness of the matter and your relevant weekly income. Those facing serious allegations at the Crown Court may also benefit from Legal Aid although this is also means tested and may also carry a financial contriution. For those not eligible for criminal legal aid, we offer highly competitive private fee rates with many clients choosing to benefit from the certainty of fixed fees which we are happy to agree. In addition to providing expert advice and representation in all aspects of criminal law, we are also specialists in motoring law. If your driving licence is at risk then please contact Michael Leach or Rob Kellock now. An increasing number of clients are now coming to us after they have received a result they did not want or expect when representing themselves in the Magistrates Court and it is often better and more cost effectivce for us to prevent this happening in the first place than try to rectify it after the event. Senior solicitor Andrew Nottingham and partner Ivan Dickinson are able to advise in relation to regulatory matters and business crime. We are particuarly pleased to represent nurses or teachers who face allegations made by patients that lead to criminal investigations and have particular experience in this regard and a strong track record of acquittals. We also have expertise in representing members of the armed forces who face a court martial. The Animal Welfare Act 2006 creates a statutory regime which is used by the RSPCA to prosecute those they believe have failed to adequately care for their animals. We often find that those prosecuted are vulnerable people and that the opinions of their veterinary experts do not always withstand scrutiny when explored by specialist defence experts who we can instruct. Andrew Nottingham has significant experience in this area alongside alleged dangerous dog cases. Our solicitors are prepared to provide initial telephone advice at no cost and will be able to tell you quickly whether or not we can assist you. We generally provide representation in Lancashire and the North West but can assist further afield, particularly for local clients. Check out our website at www.kellocks.com