English Speaking Criminal Defense Attorney in Colombia
When facing a criminal investigation as a foreigner an English speaking criminal defense attorney in Colombia is your best option. Many foreigners visiting, doing business or living in Colombia could find themselves involved in uncomfortable situations which may impact their rights. Sometimes these situations can lead to criminal charges which can put a person´s freedom at risk. This is when the legal advice and/or representation of an experienced criminal defense lawyer can make all the difference.
Pretrial confinement rules in Colombia are not foreigner friendly and in most criminal cases the person ends up in jail during the trial. There is no bail system applied in criminal cases. The reason for this is that the criminal code establishes the requirement of showing some type of community ties in order to be benefited by house arrest. An experienced criminal defense attorney can find ways to avoid pretrial confinement for his client. This depends on the type of accusation and how early the lawyer starts to work on the case.
Sex Crimes English Speaking Criminal Defense Lawyer
In recent months and specially in the most touristic areas of Colombia, there has been a rise in foreigners arrested for sex crimes allegations. Others have found out that they have open cases in Colombia while traveling back to their countries of residence. The media has jumped all over these cases and made very public many of these situations. In situations like these the best option is to reach out to a criminal defense attorney experienced in sex crimes cases. These types of cases are not the same as other situations. They require a certain type of expertise in order to have the best chances of a successful outcome.
If you suspect or know that you may have an investigation under way, contact us at once. Time is of the essence when it comes to defending these types of cases. We can provide legal consultation, assistance and representation with an experienced English speaking criminal defense attorney. Our main office is in Medellin but our sex crimes expert lawyer is available to assist you in any place in the country. He is fluent in English and well known in Colombia as one of the best in defending these types of situations.
Main Office Address:
English Speaking Lawyers Colombia
Carrera 76 #48A – 8, Oficina 202, Medellin, Antioquia
Tel. +57 300 563 2424 
Domestic Violence English Speaking Criminal Defense in Colombia
Another situation involving foreigners in Colombia is that of domestic violence cases. Unfortunately for many people who get involved with Colombian men and women, domestic violence is a serious crime in this country. Once a complaint has been filed, it is not a civil action, it automatically gets forwarded to the DA´s office for criminal charges to be pursued. In these situations, if a criminal defense attorney is contacted early, he or she may be able to negotiate the charges to a lesser offense. However, once the case is filed in Court by the district attorney´s office a criminal defense is needed.
Experienced criminal defense lawyers can negotiate a limited amount of benefits available but it depends on the specific situation. This is why time must be taken advantage of before an arrest warrant or even a detention happens. Speaking to an experienced criminal defense attorney who speaks your language is the best advice anyone facing a case in Colombia can follow.
Drug trafficking and other types of cases
No matter what type of criminal case or investigation may be impacting you or someone you care about in Colombia. Our experienced English speaking criminal defense lawyers and investigators can provide legal advice, assistance and representation anywhere in the country. Do not risk your freedom and assets by hiring lawyers who you need to speak to through the use of interpreters. It is better to hire a lawyer who you can communicate with directly.
Contact us now if you need to speak to one of our English speaking lawyers. We can provide legal advice and assistance without the need of an interpreter. Our law firm offers virtual an in office consultations Monday through Saturday during regular business hours. However, if you need immediate attention or assistance anywhere in Colombia because of an arrest or warrant, you can contact us 24/7 at our emergency hotline. Get in contact with us if you need an experienced English speaking criminal defense attorney for any type of situation.