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Criminal Defense Lawyer in Poland

Arrest, police investigation, DUI, criminal charges, court proceedings — immediate legal support and strong defense strategy.

Maja Gidian

The problem

When Criminal Charges Appear, Time Matters

Police contact. Interrogation. Detention. Search of property. Driving under the influence. Unexpected criminal accusation.

Most people contact a lawyer too late. The first hours often decide the entire case. Silence, mistakes and wrong explanations can create serious consequences.

Fast legal action changes everything.

What we handle

We Defend Clients In

DUI / Drink Driving

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Assault / Violence Cases

Fights, bodily harm, public incidents.

Financial & Fraud Cases

Fraud allegations, business-related criminal cases, financial offenses.

Drug-Related Cases

Possession, allegations of distribution, criminal investigations.

Police Investigation

Interrogations, witness status, suspect status.

Arrest & Detention

Urgent defense during detention and pre-trial proceedings.

Appeals

Appeals against convictions and criminal judgments.

International Criminal Cases

Foreign nationals involved in criminal proceedings in Poland.

Our approach

Defense Strategy Matters More Than Panic

Criminal defense is not about “explaining yourself.” It is about evidence, timing, procedural strategy, what should be said and what should never be said.

Many cases are damaged in the first conversation with police. We protect clients from mistakes that cannot be reversed later.

Defense is built on:

evidence

timing

procedural strategy

what should be said and what should never be said

Why us

Why Clients Choose Our Criminal Defense

Immediate reaction

Urgent matters require immediate legal action.

Strong appeal work

Many important cases are won after first-instance judgment.

Strategic defense

Not emotional reactions — legal control.

Clear communication

Clients understand what is happening and what comes next.

Full representation

Police, prosecutor, court — complete legal defense.

Selected cases

Real Criminal Cases

Criminal conviction changed on appeal

First-instance conviction for violent incident

appeal filed

significantly reduced legal consequences

DUI case

Defense strategy focused on minimizing long-term consequences for professional driver

Client detained during investigation

Immediate legal intervention and procedural protection from the first stage

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

I was called by the police — what should I do?

First, find out why you have been contacted and in what capacity you are being asked to attend. If the matter may concern you as a suspect, contact a criminal defence lawyer before giving any statement. In Poland, a suspect has the right to legal assistance and may refuse to give explanations or answer individual questions.

Should I go to the police without a lawyer?

If there is any possibility that you are suspected of an offence, it is advisable to speak to a lawyer first. What you say during the first interview may affect the entire case, so it is important to understand your procedural position and rights before being questioned.

Can I be arrested immediately?

In some circumstances, yes. An arrest is not automatic simply because the police want to speak to you, but Polish law allows a person to be detained where the statutory grounds are met. If you are detained, you have rights including the right to be informed of the reasons and to contact a lawyer.

What happens after DUI charges in Poland?

It depends on the level of alcohol or drugs detected and the circumstances of the case. The proceedings may involve criminal charges, a driving ban, financial penalties and, in more serious cases, additional criminal consequences. A lawyer should review the evidence, including the testing procedure and the circumstances of the stop, before advising on the likely outcome.

Can a criminal conviction be changed on appeal?

Yes. A first-instance criminal judgment may be challenged on appeal where there are appropriate legal or factual grounds. The appellate court may uphold, amend or, in certain circumstances, set aside the judgment, so the case and the written reasons for the judgment should be analysed promptly.

I am a foreigner — can I be deported because of criminal charges?

Criminal charges do not automatically mean deportation. However, criminal proceedings or a conviction may affect a foreign national’s immigration status and, depending on the circumstances, may lead to separate proceedings concerning return or residence rights. Criminal and immigration consequences should therefore be assessed together.

Consultation

First Emergency Consultation

In criminal matters, wrong timing is expensive. Fast legal advice protects more than late defense.

We analyze:

current criminal allegations

procedural risks

immediate legal threats

possible defense strategy

what should happen next

URGENT