Expert defence of serious crimes

Drug Offences

There are four main offences associated with illegal drugs: possession, trafficking and cultivation. The legal restrictions are outlined in the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act, 1994. Certain plants such as Cannabis, Coca bush, Papaver somniferum (opium poppy), Papaver setigerum are prohibited under the Act. Foreign countries can make requests to Kenya for search warrants whereas judgments made in foreign countries are also enforceable in Kenya.

It is not uncommon for drug offences to involve large amounts of data whether phone downloads, analysis of the location of electronic devices, correspondence between numerous defendants or evidence from various properties where searches have been undertaken.

Hassan Luk can assist with discussing possible defences to these allegations and representation in the police station, Magistrates Courts and Superior Courts for the more serious cases.

With regulations relating to Narcotic and psychoactive substances constantly changing, it is not unusual for prosecuting authorities to misunderstand or simply get it wrong when it comes to investigation and prosecuting individuals and businesses.

Our lawyers know how to navigate this anxious situation on clients behalf. We have experience working with the best and most experienced experts in this ever changing area and have successfully defended cases of this nature.

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Drugs Offences

There are four main offences associated with illegal drugs: possession, trafficking and cultivation. The legal restrictions are outlined in the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act, 1994. We can assist with discussing...

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Firearms Offences

Offences involving firearms range from unauthorised possession, manufacture and conversion along with use during other offences. The Firearms Act, CAP 114 defines the categories of firearm and other prohibited weapons, ammunition, imitation firearms, and airguns. Offences involving firearms...

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Theft, Fraud & Dishonesty Offences

Theft and dishonesty offences involve the intentional and deliberate removal of another person’s property without permission, including robbery, burglary and stealing. These offences overlap and it is important to understand any...

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Violent Crime, Murder & Manslaughter

Allegations of murder and manslaughter are extremely serious and carry a mandatory life sentence on conviction. Offences against the person cover a range of offences such as common assault, inflicting grievous bodily harm, wounding or inflicting grievous…

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Extradition & International Crime (Interpol)

If you have a pending criminal case or are wanted for a criminal offence in another jurisdiction, outside of Kenya, or any commonwealth country we can stand up for you to contest your extradition. Extradition refers to the…

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Customs & Border Police Unit

KRA or Border Police Unit have the right to seize any goods in Kenya if duty has not been paid properly, if the items are prohibited in the Kenya, or if customs regulations have been broken. It is advisable to seek legal advice at the earliest available opportunity from when notice is...

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Traffic & Motoring Offences

There are a multitude of offences that can occur whilst either on a road, or another public place whilst in a motor vehicle. Individuals and businesses can face investigation and prosecution for not having the correct licences, failing to ensure that a vehicle is kept to thecorrect safety standards. The Traffic Act...

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Cybercrime & Transaction Offences

Society is increasingly dependent on technology and online transactions. Inevitably, there has been a similar increase in investigations and prosecutions for offences relating to online activity. Cybercrime includes hacking, online fraud and offences under...

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Removal of DNA & Photographs from FFIB

We are able to assist clients with the deletion of fingerprints, DNA and photographs that are stored on the Police National Service database. This is a common request made by those who were arrested for an offence...

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Criminal Appeals & Review

If you have been convicted of a crime, it may be possible to appeal against your sentence or conviction. Defendants convicted in the Magistrates’ Courts have an automatic right of appeal to the High Court. It can take a considerable amount of work to demonstrate that an individual...

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Hate Crimes & Freedom of Speech

Given the gravity of the online and offline harms resulting from ethnic-based hate speech in Kenya's online spaces the law has criminalised hate speech and incitement. The law creating a crime of hate speech is the National Cohesion and...

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Anticipatory Bail & Police Interviews

Interviews are normally conducted at the police station by police officers. We understand that having accusations being made against you and being at a police station can cause a huge amount of stress and anxiety especially if your liberty has been taken from...

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