Terrorism Defence Solicitors

A terrorism allegation carries some of the most serious consequences in criminal law, investigated by specialist units and prosecuted with the full weight of the state. ASL builds the defence that holds the prosecution to proof, from the first interview to the Crown Court verdict.

Defending terrorism allegations

Terrorism cases are amongst the most complex and high-stakes in the criminal justice system. They often involve extended pre-charge detention, closed material, and evidence gathered through covert surveillance, digital forensics and international cooperation. A conviction can mean an extended or life sentence and a permanent change to how you are able to live your life. The difference between a properly resourced defence and a passive one is often the difference between an acquittal and years in custody.

At ASL, we act quickly to secure specialist counsel, preserve digital and communications evidence, and scrutinise every stage of the investigation from arrest and detention to disclosure before the case ever reaches trial.
"Terrorism cases demand a defence that understands both the law and the process. We hold the investigation to the same standard we hold the evidence."

Offences we regularly defend

Membership of a proscribed organisation
Supporting a proscribed organisation
Possession of information likely to be useful to a terrorist
Dissemination of terrorist publications
Preparation of terrorist acts
Funding terrorism

How ASL defends your case

Every defence begins with a strategy. We assess the strength of the prosecution evidence, advise you honestly on your position, and identify the lines of defence most likely to succeed whether that is a challenge to intent, reasonable excuse, or the reliability of digital and surveillance evidence.

Early intervention during extended pre-charge detention
Instruction of digital forensics and communications experts
Careful handling of sensitive and closed material
Robust higher-court advocacy at trial, in-house

If you or someone you care about has been arrested or invited for a voluntary interview, do not answer questions until you have spoken to us. The earliest advice is the most valuable advice.

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Terrorism offences we cover

We defend the full range of terrorism-related offences under the Terrorism Act 2000, the Terrorism Act 2006 and related legislation.

Membership of a proscribed organisation
s.11 Terrorism Act 2000
Supporting a proscribed organisation
s.12 Terrorism Act 2000
Wearing/displaying support for a proscribed organisation
s.13 Terrorism Act 2000
Possession for terrorist purposes
s.57 Terrorism Act 2000
Collection of information
s.58 Terrorism Act 2000
Preparation of terrorist acts
s.5 Terrorism Act 2006
Encouragement of terrorism
s.1 Terrorism Act 2006
Dissemination of terrorist publications
s.2 Terrorism Act 2006
Funding arrangements
s.17 Terrorism Act 2000
This list is not exhaustive and is provided for general guidance only. If the charge you are facing is not shown here, we almost certainly defend it  get in touch and we will tell you straight away.

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