Areas of expertise
Our law office has extensive experience in criminal law, and we are ready to represent our clients’ interests in any type of criminal case. Over the years we have advised and represented clients in a wide range of criminal matters, and we have particular expertise in the following types of cases, which arise most often in practice:
Our practice areas in detail
Choose the area that matches your situation: each page sets out the penalties under Hungarian law, how the proceedings work and what you should do straight away. In an emergency you can call us day or night, in English.
Emergencies
Traffic and occupational offences
Drugs
Property offences
Economic offences
Offences against the person and public order
Sexual offences and family
Representation in connection with coercive measures restricting personal liberty
Our office has outstanding experience with coercive measures affecting personal liberty. If you or a family member is facing police custody, pre-trial detention, criminal supervision (similar to house arrest) or a restraining order, it is essential to get immediate help from a criminal defence lawyer. We make sure your rights are respected and that every legal opportunity is used so that you can defend yourself at liberty.
Representation of victims and defendants
In the administration of justice, strong legal protection is needed on both the victim’s and the defendant’s side. Our aim is to ensure that every client’s rights are fully enforced, whichever side they are on. With decades of experience as criminal defence lawyers, we make sure your interests are represented as effectively as possible throughout the proceedings.
Most common offences
Tax and budget fraud
Budget fraud – commonly known as tax fraud or VAT fraud – is one of the most severely punished economic offences in Hungarian criminal law. The penalty depends on the size of the financial loss caused: for smaller losses it can be up to three years’ imprisonment, while for particularly substantial losses it can reach ten years. The manner of commission, for example in a criminal conspiracy or on a commercial basis, is also an aggravating circumstance. Our criminal law experts have extensive experience in such cases and are committed to achieving the most favourable legal outcome for our clients, whether by building the defence strategy or by using the options for a reduced sentence.
Drug possession and drug trafficking
People involved in drug offences face severe criminal consequences. Our highly experienced criminal defence lawyers have in-depth knowledge of this area and will do everything possible to achieve the best outcome for you.
Drink-driving
Driving under the influence of alcohol can have serious consequences, including a driving ban, a fine and even imprisonment. Immediate advice from a specialist criminal defence lawyer helps reduce the penalty and minimise the risks.
Fraud
Fraud is one of the most varied economic offences, ranging from simple everyday deception to complex financial abuse. Under Hungarian criminal law, fraud is punishable by imprisonment of up to several years. Our criminal law experts have outstanding experience in fraud cases, whether they involve individuals or companies. Our aim is to provide our clients with transparent, effective and personalised representation to achieve the most favourable outcome possible.
Embezzlement
Embezzlement is one of the most serious property offences, in which the offender unlawfully appropriates property entrusted to them – such as money or other valuables – or disposes of it as their own. Depending on the size of the loss, the penalty can be up to ten years’ imprisonment. Our criminal law experts pay close attention to the details of these cases and provide strategic, personalised representation in every case.
Endangering a minor
Endangering a minor is a serious offence committed when a person responsible for caring for a child seriously endangers the child’s physical, intellectual, emotional or moral development. Under the Criminal Code it is punishable by up to five years’ imprisonment. Our experienced lawyers provide an effective defence in these cases as well.
Bribery in public office
Bribery in the public sector is a serious accusation that can have severe professional as well as criminal consequences. Our specialist criminal defence lawyers have in-depth knowledge of this area and make sure that every possible means of defence is used.
Theft and robbery
Theft and robbery cases are complex and can lead to severe criminal sanctions. In every case our experienced criminal defence lawyers analyse the circumstances thoroughly and build a solid defence strategy to minimise the risk of punishment.
Assault and bodily harm
Assault and bodily harm offences involve physical injury and, depending on its severity, can have various criminal consequences. As specialist criminal defence lawyers, we examine all the circumstances of the case to build a defence that helps reduce any penalty and guarantees a fair trial.
Disorderly conduct
If you are accused of disorderly conduct, our specialist criminal defence lawyers assess the situation immediately and develop a legal strategy that best serves your interests.
Harassment
Harassment can take the form of physical or verbal threats and can put victims under great psychological pressure. Handling these cases requires special care and extensive experience. Our specialist criminal defence lawyers provide full legal assistance to both victims and defendants to protect their rights and ensure a lawful procedure.
