Urgent legal assistance for arrests, police detention, bail applications and criminal proceedings in Cape Town.
An arrest can escalate quickly.
What happens during the first hours following an arrest can affect detention, bail, evidence and the criminal proceedings that follow.
O’Reilly Law provides urgent criminal-law assistance to individuals, families and businesses dealing with
arrests, police investigations and criminal charges.
We intervene quickly, establish where the arrested person is being detained, assess the charges and bail
position, and take the appropriate steps to protect our client’s rights.
We establish the police station, alleged offence, circumstances of arrest and current detention status.
We determine the appropriate route to secure release, including whether bail may be dealt with before the first court appearance or whether a formal court application is required.
Where necessary, we prepare and argue the bail application and address issues such as flight risk, interference with witnesses, previous convictions and the interests of justice.
Once the immediate bail issue has been addressed, we assess the evidence, charges and prosecution case and develop the defence strategy.
We understand that an arrest affects more than the accused person. It can affect family, employment, reputation and business interests.
Our focus is to bring structure and strategy to an extremely stressful situation
Criminal investigations involving executives, directors and business owners can have significant consequences beyond the criminal case itself.
These matters require careful management of both the criminal proceedings and their broader
commercial and reputational implications.
Yes. Obtaining legal advice early can be important in protecting the arrested person’s rights and determining the appropriate bail process.
No. Bail is determined according to the applicable legislation and the circumstances of the case. No attorney can responsibly guarantee that bail will be granted.
If possible, provide the arrested person’s full name, police station, alleged charge, time of arrest and any information provided by the police.
Yes. Where appropriate, we work with experienced advocates and prepare the evidential and legal case required for the bail hearing.
We can continue representing the accused through the criminal proceedings or advise on the appropriate defence team and strategy.
Contact O’Reilly Law for urgent assistance with arrest, detention, bail and criminal proceedings in Cape Town.
O’Reilly Law | Cape Town | Bail Applications & Criminal Defence
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