FAQ

What happens if I am arrested?

Do I have to pay to be represented at the Police Station?

If I am found guilty, will I go to prison?

When I was arrested the police took my phone and other property, when will I get it all back?

The Police have asked me to attend a voluntary interview. Does that mean I don’t have to go?

What is Bail and what happens if I breach it?

I have received a letter saying I have to go to court, what does this mean? Do I have to go? Will you be there?

What happens at the First Hearing at the Magistrates Court?

What happens at the Plea and Trial Preparation hearing at the Crown Court?

What is a Suspended Sentence?

Regulatory Matters

Solicitors Regulation Authority

The Partnership is registered to provide legal services in accordance with the requirements of the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

SRA No: 389310

DATA PROTECTIOIN ACT 1998

The Partnership is registered as a data controller with the Information Commissioners Office.

Organisation name:             THE PURKISS PARTNERSHIP

Registration reference:        Z8341580

The Partnership will receive, store and delete information received from clients and other agencies in accordance with the requirements of the relevant legislation.

Electronic Storage

Correspondence and documentation received may be routinely scanned and stored into the firms data storage systems in lieu of, or in addition to a physical paper file.

All correspondence and documentation will be stored at the office, or in appropriate archives, for at least six years following the conclusion of a case.

The Partnership reserves the right to charge a fee to cover costs that may be incurred, should a client request access to documentation from the archived case file.

Financial Regulation

Money Laundering Regulations 2007

The Partnership is aware of its obligations under the Money Laundering Regulations 2007.

Proof of Identity

When payments on account are to be requested or received, in accordance with the 2007 Regulations, proof of identity will be required from the client before we are willing accept instructions.

Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 and Terrorism Act 2000

The Partnership is aware of its obligations under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.

Professional Indemnity Insurance

The Partnership is insured in accordance with the requirements of the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

Insurance provided by:                  Travelers Insurance Co. Ltd

Policy no.:                                           UCSOL3783669

Occupiers and Employment Liability

The Partnership is insured in accordance with relevant legislation covering the use of its office premises both in relation to Occupiers and Employers Liability.