Criminal Defence Law
CRIMINAL DEFENCE LAWYERS IN ACCRA, GHANA
An arrest, an invitation to the police station, or a criminal charge changes everything about how a situation needs to be handled, and the decisions made in the first hours often shape the entire case. Hansivan Legal Consult’s criminal law practice defends individuals and businesses facing investigation or prosecution across Ghana, from the first police interview through trial and, where necessary, appeal.
We treat every client’s liberty as the priority it is. In practice, that means being reachable when it matters, not just during office hours, and building a defence on the facts and the law, not assumptions about guilt. Whether you’ve received a formal police invitation, been arrested, or are under investigation for a matter that hasn’t yet resulted in charges, the earlier a lawyer is involved, the more options remain available to you.
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Police Station Representation.
e provide advice and representation during police interviews, cautioning statements, and detention, from the moment you’re invited or arrested.
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Bail Applications.
We secure release pending trial through timely, well-supported bail applications before the appropriate court.
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Criminal Trial Defence.
We offer full representation before the District, Circuit, and High Courts on criminal charges, from arraignment through verdict.
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White-Collar and Economic Crime Defence.
We defend clients in fraud, financial crime, cybercrime, and money laundering-related prosecutions, matters that require close attention to documentary and financial evidence.
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Appeals.
Where legal or procedural grounds exist, we challenge convictions or sentences before the Court of Appeal.
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Corporate Criminal Liability.
We advise businesses and directors on exposure to criminal liability in regulatory and commercial matters, and we defend companies under investigation.
- WHAT WE HANDLE
Criminal matters at every stage,
from arrest to appeal
We’re reachable when an arrest happens, not just when a trial date is set.
- 01
Police Interviews
Representation from the moment you’re invited or detained for questioning.
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Bail Applications
Getting you released pending trial wherever the law allows it.
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Trial Defence
Full representation before the District, Circuit, and High Courts.
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White-Collar Defence
Defending fraud, financial crime, and economic crime allegations.
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Appeals
Challenging a conviction or sentence before the Court of Appeal.
Drafted and reviewed to hold up under scrutiny, not copied from an old transaction and hoped for the best.
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Corporate Liability Advice.
Helping businesses and directors understand and limit criminal exposure.
- OUR PROCESS
What happens after you call us
A title search follows the same four stages. Here’s what to expect.
- 01
Immediate Contact.
The moment you’re arrested, invited, or under investigation, we advise you on your rights, including what to say and what to withhold until counsel is present.
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Case Review.
From there, we assess the charge, the evidence against you, and the strongest defence available given the specific facts of your case.
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Representation
 We stand with you at the police station, in bail applications, and through every stage of trial, including cross-examination and evidentiary challenges.
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Resolution.
Whether the outcome is acquittal, sentence mitigation, or a negotiated result, we follow through to appeal where the outcome doesn’t reflect the law or the evidence.
- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ontact a lawyer before attending, if possible. You have the right to legal representation during police questioning in Ghana, and having a lawyer present from the outset protects you from statements that could be used against you later.
No. Bail is discretionary and depends on the offence, flight risk, and other factors the court considers. We build the strongest possible case for release where bail is available.
It varies widely depending on the court, the charge, and case complexity, ranging from a few months for minor matters to significantly longer for serious or contested charges.
es. Ghanaian law recognizes corporate criminal liability in certain circumstances, particularly around regulatory and financial offences, which can expose both the company and its directors.
Yes, a defendant generally has the right to choose their own counsel at any stage, though timing near a trial date can affect how much preparation time new counsel has.