UnderArrest.co.nz | Criminal Lawyers

UnderArrest.co.nz has the premier criminal lawyers in Auckland, regularly featuring in the New Zealand Herald, Stuff.co.nz, Radio NZ and TVNZ.

Our barristers specialise in defending the most serious criminal matters ranging from Class A drug supply and manufacture to sexual offences and complex commercial fraud matters.

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If the Police are involved, read our Guide to Damage Control immediately. From there, head to our Frequently Asked Questions and Blog for a wealth of information that can assist your case.

Criminal convictions are a serious matter that impact your ability to work, travel and live a normal life. Don’t let the stigma of a permanent criminal record destroy your future. Our attorneys have been pressure tested in the highest courts of New Zealand.

The criminal lawyers at UnderArrest.co.nz have secured acquittals and discharges without conviction for business owners, corporate executives, Auckland celebrities and prominent New Zealand sports stars. Our track record and clientele speak for themselves — we provide an exclusive, discreet service for people who expect results.

Reasonable doubt – and why it doesn’t matter if the jury think you did it

When it comes to criminal charges, reasonable doubt will either make or break your case. So, what is reasonable doubt?

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Male assaults female – why murder is easier to defend

There are three defences to male assaults female: I didn’t mean to hit her. I was acting in self-defence.

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"Arlan represented me when I was charged with seriously assaulting a guy while out drinking at a bar. I told the Police that I only hit him because he was threatening me and I was worried about what was going to happen next.

We ended up going to a jury trial over it and Arlan and his team talking to the jury about self-defence. They came back just over an hour later and acquitted me on all of my charges. Thank you so much to Arlan and everyone else at his firm for putting in all the hard work and long hours into my case. I am happy to be able to live my life again."

- Andrew M, Building Company Manager, Birkenhead

"Twelve fraud charges, GONE. Can't imagine how happy I am to be back at work! I never stole anything from anybody and UnderArrest.co.nz team stuck with me from the very beginning right up until my name got cleared.

I don't touch client funds and I never have. Never, ever trust the Police - I wouldn't even be in this mess if I'd listened to Arlan at the very beginning."

- Carena K, Trust Accounts Manager, Parnell