We are first-class criminal defence lawyers with a national reputation for excellence.
The criminal team has a number of solicitors who are extremely capable and have extensive experience of representing young people charged with serious crimes.
– Legal 500 UK (2025)
Facing a criminal investigation or prosecution can feel overwhelming, with the potential to upend your personal and professional life.
At TV Edwards, we understand how stressful this can be, and our expert criminal defence team, praised by Chambers & Legal 500 UK for excellence, is here to help you navigate this challenge. Our solicitors are dedicated to stopping investigations and prosecutions as quickly and effectively as possible, giving you peace of mind and protecting your future.
Understanding Ending of Prosecution
Ending of prosecution means stopping a criminal prosecution before or during the proceedings, and is often done through careful negotiation, out-of-court resolutions, or challenging weak evidence.
Our team works tirelessly to explore every avenue to end your case, whether by securing a caution or making strong representations to the authorities. Key ways to stop a prosecution include:
- Persuasive Representations: We make compelling submissions to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) to drop charges that are based on weak evidence. We submit representations arguing that prosecution is not in the public interest.
- Out-of-Court Resolutions: We seek options like cautions or penalty notices to avoid court altogether.
- Challenging Disclosure: We identify gaps in the prosecution’s evidence to weaken their case.
These steps can spare you the emotional and financial toll of a trial, helping you move forward with your life without the ongoing stress.
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Why Ending a Prosecution Matters
A criminal prosecution can disrupt your job, relationships, and sense of security, even if you’re not convicted.
We know how daunting this can feel, whether you’re facing an investigation or formal charges. The uncertainty of a prolonged case can weigh heavily, impacting your mental wellbeing, reputation, and financial stability.
Ending a prosecution as early as possible can lift this heavy burden, sparing you the emotional toll and expense of lengthy court battles. Early ending of prosecution prevents escalation, helping you avoid the stigma and disruption of a public trial.
Our police investigations solicitors and serious fraud solicitors are committed to acting swiftly, using smart, tailored strategies to challenge evidence or negotiate resolutions like cautions or dismissals.
When to Seek Legal Advice
The sooner you reach out to an expert in ending a prosecution, the better your chances of stopping it in its tracks. Acting early during an investigation or charge helps us build a stronger case and preserve key evidence.
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Our Approach to Ending a Prosecution
Our team is here to guide you every step of the way. We combine thorough case analysis with genuine dedication to stop prosecutions efficiently, whether through negotiations, out-of-court resolutions, or robust court advocacy.
- Case Investigation: We dig deep, interviewing witnesses, reviewing CCTV, and analysing prosecution evidence.
- Strong Representations: We craft compelling submissions to the CPS to challenge charges on evidential or public interest grounds.
- Out-of-Court Resolutions: We negotiate options like cautions and other alternatives.
- Disclosure: We push for disclosure to uncover weaknesses in the prosecution’s case.
Clear Communication: We keep you informed with regular updates and straightforward cost estimates.
Our approach is tried and tested, designed to ease your burden and deliver results.
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Collaborative Expertise
Our team works closely with investigators, forensic experts, and you to end your prosecution quickly. We maintain close professional ties with senior barristers and highly-regarded chambers, who we collaborate with throughout proceedings.
By blending legal know-how with a genuine commitment to your wellbeing, we create tailored strategies to help stop prosecutions.
Why Choose TV Edwards?
- Highly ranked in legal directories – recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers UK both named solicitors and the department as a whole
- Immediate emergency support – call us on 0844 880 7588 for round-the-clock advice
- Specialist representation – police station advisors, solicitors, and higher court advocates
- Hardworking problem-solvers – we fearlessly challenge evidence, protecting your interests
- Honest and down-to-earth – we explain your options compassionately and in plain English
Our Accreditations
TV Edwards is recognised in the Times Best Law Firms 2025, with Lexcel and Cyber Essentials accreditations. We uphold the highest standards of professionalism and client trust. Our ending of prosecution expertise means your case will be handled with precision, empathy, and integrity.
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Ending a Prosecution Frequently Asked Questions
How can a prosecution be discontinued?
Prosecutions can be stopped through CPS representations, out-of-court disposals like cautions, and through the challenging of weak evidence.
Our solicitors craft personalised strategies to end your case.
When should I seek to end a prosecution?
Reach out to our team as soon as you’re made aware of an investigation or charges to improve your chances of stopping the prosecution.
Early action is key. Our team will act quickly to protect you.
What are out-of-court disposals in criminal cases?
Disposals like cautions or penalty notices resolve cases without going to court. Our specialists may seek to negotiate these outcomes on your behalf.
We carefully explain the implications of accepting a disposal, ensuring you make informed decisions to avoid a trial.
Can ending a prosecution affect my criminal record?
Achieving ending of prosecution often means no formal conviction is recorded, but certain outcomes, like cautions, may appear on specific background checks.
We understand how worrying this can be for your future, and our team works to secure outcomes that minimise long-term impacts. We’ll guide you through the implications of each resolution, ensuring you understand how it impacts your record and reputation.
To see how we can help you, contact our team.
