At MC Solicitors, every case receives careful attention, thorough preparation and a determined commitment to protecting our clients’ interests. These cases illustrate the importance of early intervention, rigorous examination of evidence, effective advocacy and an unwavering approach to criminal defence.
Murder & Serious Crime — 2026
Murder · Not Guilty
Unanimous Murder Acquittal — Self-Defence
Following a three-week Crown Court trial in which self-defence was central, the jury unanimously returned a verdict of Not Guilty to murder.
Read case studyMurder · Manslaughter Plea Secured
Murder Charge — Negotiated Manslaughter Plea
In a complex, multi-handed murder prosecution involving Class A drugs and a bladed weapon, the defence negotiated a plea to manslaughter, which the Crown accepted.
Testimonials from counsel will follow after sentencing in December 2026.
Read case studyMore Results
All 10 Charges Dismissed
01Breach of Criminal Behaviour Order
- Ten Charges Dismissed
- Vulnerable Client
- Trial Avoided
A vulnerable client faced ten separate allegations of breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO).
No Further Action
02Handling Stolen Goods
- Early Police Intervention
- Interview Avoided
- No Charge
A business owner of previous good character was arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods, placing both their personal reputation and business interests at risk.
Acquittal
03Failing to Provide a Specimen of Breath
- Trial Acquittal
- Driving Licence and Livelihood Preserved
The client faced prosecution for failing to provide a specimen of breath for analysis, an offence carrying mandatory disqualification upon conviction.
Prosecution Dismissed
04Domestic ABH — Prosecution Dismissed
- Successful Opposition to Adjournment
- Case Dismissed
A client faced trial for assault occasioning actual bodily harm (ABH) arising from an allegation in a domestic context.
Crown Court Suspended Sentence Secured
05Crown Court Suspended Sentence Secured
- Multiple Offences
- Custody Threshold Crossed
- Immediate Imprisonment Avoided
MC Solicitors acted for a client facing two sets of serious offences, one involving allegations in a domestic context, with further offending committed whilst on court bail.
No Further Action
06Arson with Intent to Endanger Life
- Potential Life Sentence
- CCTV Evidence
- No Charge
A vulnerable client was arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life, an exceptionally serious allegation carrying a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.
No Further Action
07Affray and Possession of an Offensive Weapon
- CCTV Evidence
- Serious Violence Allegations
- No Prosecution
Our client was arrested in connection with allegations of affray and possession of an offensive weapon, involving the alleged use of a pole to strike another male.
No Further Action
08Class A and Class B Drug Supply
- Substantial Digital Evidence
- Serious Drug Supply Investigation
- No Charge
A client came under investigation for allegedly being concerned in the supply of Class A and Class B controlled drugs.
No Further Action
09Intentional Strangulation
- Domestic Allegation
- Investigation Concluded in Under Three Weeks
MC Solicitors was instructed following a client's arrest on suspicion of intentionally strangling their partner.
No Further Action
10Multiple Serious Domestic Allegations
- Intentional Strangulation, Stalking and Threats to Kill
- All Allegations Concluded
A client was arrested in connection with multiple serious allegations made in a domestic context, including intentional strangulation, stalking, threats to kill, controlling and coercive behaviour and assault.
Crown Court Conditional Discharge
11Dwelling Burglary Reduced to Theft
- Prosecution's Initial Refusal Overcome
- Charge Reduced
- Conditional Discharge
The client was charged with dwelling burglary, an offence carrying a risk of substantial imprisonment.
Crown Court Prosecution Discontinued
12Possession of an Indecent Image
- Digital Forensic Evidence
- Prosecution Reconsidered
- Proceedings Discontinued
A client faced prosecution for possessing a single Category B indecent image of a child.
Successful Remission of Court Fines
13Successful Remission of Court Fines
- Thousands of Pounds Remitted
- Substantial Financial Relief
MC Solicitors has made numerous successful applications before the Magistrates' Court to secure remission of outstanding financial penalties.
Crown Court Suspended Sentence
14Class A and Class B Drug Supply
- Three-Year Sentencing Starting Point
- Significant Role Alleged
- Immediate Custody Avoided
MC Solicitors defended a client before the Crown Court charged with possession with intent to supply Class A and Class B controlled drugs, and possession of criminal property.
Outcome 22 Diversion Secured
15Theft — Outcome 22 Diversion Secured
- Compelling CCTV Evidence
- Prosecution Reconsidered
- Professional Career Protected
An educated professional working in social care faced prosecution for shoplifting following a serious lapse of judgement.
No Further Action
16Serious Domestic Allegations
- Comprehensive Prepared Statement
- Same-Day NFA
- No Police Bail
Following allegations made by a former partner, MC Solicitors represented a client arrested on suspicion of using violence to secure entry, common assault and criminal damage.
Case Dismissed
17Breach of Domestic Violence Protection Order
- Failure of Service Identified
- Client Released Directly from Court Cells
A client was arrested for an alleged breach of a Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO), spending the night in police custody before being brought to the Magistrates' Court.
No Further Action
18Alleged Breach of a Restraining Order
- Ring Doorbell Recording Challenged
- Evidential Weaknesses Identified
MC Solicitors acted for a client arrested on suspicion of breaching a Restraining Order prohibiting direct or indirect contact with a named person.
No Further Action Without Interview
19Vulnerable Young Person
- Complex Additional Needs
- Police Caution Not Understood
- Interview Prevented
MC Solicitors assisted a vulnerable young person with complex needs who had been arrested in connection with multiple criminal damage and assault allegations.
No Further Action
20Section 20 Grievous Bodily Harm — Self-Defence
- CCTV Evidence
- Self-Defence and Defence of Another
- SIA Licence and Livelihood Protected
A licensed security guard of previous good character was investigated for an alleged offence of Section 20 Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH).
No Further Action
21Multiple Serious Domestic Allegations
- Repeated Strangulation Allegations
- Extensive Evidence
- All Allegations Concluded
MC Solicitors represented a client arrested following numerous serious domestic allegations made by a former partner, including multiple allegations of intentional strangulation, ABH, common assault, controlling and coercive behaviour and criminal damage.
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Serious Crime Defence · Proven Results in 2026
Two murder cases in 2026. No murder convictions.
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