Criminal Defence Solicitors Winchester

Modern Slavery

At Shentons, we specialize in defending allegations relating to Modern Slavery. Our experienced team works closely with our clients, they families and experts to ensure that the court understands their circumstances and prevents unjust criminalization.

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Harriet Parker

At Shentons, we have extensive experience in defending allegations relating to Modern Slavery. In these cases, we are often instructed by a young person’s parents or carer.  The young person has been charged with a serious crime and the parent or carer knows that something does not add up.

We work with the young person and Modern Slavery experts to ascertain whether they are being exploited.  Often the young person will deny this is happening to them because they have been groomed or they are in fear. Modern Slavery can be used as a defence in a variety of crimes, including but not limited to; Possession with intent to supply drugs, Conspiracy to supply drugs and Possession of an offensive weapon.

If they are being exploited it is vital that the Court hears about this, so they are not criminalised unjustly.

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Rob Barry

a month ago
Quaint setting in the historic streets of Winchester. There is a drop off point and sheltered frontage with public car parks nearby. Not far from rail station. The oe way street is workable. Professionally friendly reception and also good telephone and messaging reaction previously.
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Teresa Walker

11 months ago
Shentons have provided my son with brilliant support throughout a court case. From very first contact, we have had an amazing and highly professional defence. Call backs have always happened when scheduled, the lawyers have been clear, realistic and honest about outcomes. In court support has been reassuring and we felt that the very best defence was prepared and delivered. The barrister appointed was also outstanding and did a wonderful job on both court appearances. My son, the defendent, has learning disabilities/ autism. This was taken into consideration ideation throughout and he was treated with kindness and empathy. We are so grateful for the care and support that we have received. I cannot recommend Shentons more highly.
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Liz Cockram

8 months ago
I highly recommend Hannah Adams and the team at Shentons. They were all incredibly kind, patient and really listened to the details of our particular situation. We were seen quickly, which was very important for us due to EHCP Tribunal deadlines. The expertise and depth of information we recieved in meetings and reports was invaluable. It also allowed me to proceed with clarity and confidence, where I had previously felt lost in the vast amount of very subject specific paperwork which had been sent to us. We followed Hannah's advice when looking for other professionals to assess our child and gain the relevant reports. We also followed up on a possible area of need she identified, resulting in a new diagnosis and subsequent support from the NHS. I am incredibly happy to say my child is enjoying his second week at our chosen school, something the LA finally agreed to after nearly a year of fighting but 5+ months before our court date. Our child is now in a setting which will support him for the next 7.5 years.
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Steve Clements

11 months ago
I can't recommend this solicitor highly enough. From start to finish, they were extremely professional, always available to answer my questions, and provided me with much-needed peace of mind during a stressful time. Chloe, was fantastic — she was incredibly reassuring, took the time to understand exactly what I was going through, and made sure I felt supported every step of the way. I truly trusted her to handle everything, and she exceeded my expectations. If you need reliable and empathetic legal support, look no further!
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