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We are a leading criminal defence law firm based in Birmingham and Nottingham, with over 20 years of experience in defending clients facing terrorism charges. Terrorism is one of the most complex and serious areas of criminal law. If you are accused of an offence under the wide-ranging counter-terrorism legislation, you could face severe penalties, including life imprisonment, as well as damage to your reputation and livelihood. Terrorism charges can cover various types of offences, such as:

Preparing or instigating acts of terrorism
Funding or supporting terrorism
Possessing or disseminating terrorist material
Membership or association with a terrorist organisation
Failing to disclose information about terrorism
Travelling or attempting to travel for the purposes of terrorism
Collecting or making information likely to be useful to a terrorist

Terrorism charges can also involve allegations of other crimes, such as murder, explosives, firearms, fraud, or cybercrime, that are committed for a terrorist purpose. At Bhandal Law, we have a team of specialist criminal defence solicitors who can advise and represent you at every stage of the terrorism investigation or prosecution. We can help you with: Responding to enquiries, notices, or requests for 

information from the police or security services
Attending interviews under caution or arrest with the police or security services
Challenging search warrants, seizures, or restraint orders by the police or security services
Negotiating with the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) to withdraw or reduce the charges
Defending you in court against any terrorism proceedings brought by the CPS
Appealing against any decision or sentence imposed by the court
Seeking asylum or refugee status in the UK if you are at risk of persecution in your home country

   We have extensive knowledge and expertise in dealing with all types of terrorism charges, including: Terrorism Act 2000 - This is the main piece of legislation that defines terrorism and creates various offences related to terrorism. It also gives the police and security services special powers to stop and search, arrest and detain, and seize property in relation to terrorism investigations.

Terrorism Act 2006 - This act creates further offences related to terrorism, such as preparing or training for acts of terrorism, glorifying terrorism, and disseminating terrorist publications. It also increases the maximum period of detention without charge for terrorism suspects from 14 to 28 days.

Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 - This act creates more offences related to terrorism, such as collecting or eliciting information likely to be useful to a terrorist, publishing information about members of the armed forces or intelligence services, and attending a place used for terrorist training. It also gives the police and security services more powers to obtain and share information about terrorism suspects.

Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015 - This act introduces new measures to prevent people from being drawn into terrorism, such as requiring public authorities to have due regard to the need to prevent people from being radicalised. It also creates new powers to seize passports and impose temporary exclusion orders on British citizens suspected of involvement in terrorism-related activity abroad.

Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019 - This act updates existing terrorism offences and creates new ones, such as expressing an opinion or belief that supports a proscribed organisation, entering or remaining in a designated area overseas that is associated with terrorism, and obtaining or viewing material over the internet that is likely to be useful to a terrorist. It also increases the maximum sentences for some terrorism offences.

We have access to leading experts and barristers who can assist us in challenging the evidence of the police or security services, exploring all possible defences, and presenting your case in the best possible light. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case and advise you on how we can help. We can also provide you with 24/7 legal advice and representation if you are arrested or detained in relation to a terrorism investigation or prosecution. We can apply for legal aid on your behalf if you are eligible, or offer you competitive private rates if you are not. If you need expert criminal defence solicitors for a terrorism charge, do not hesitate to contact us today. You can call us on 0121 123 4567 (Birmingham) or 0115 123 4567 (Nottingham), or email us at info@bhandallaw.co.uk. Alternatively, you can fill out our online enquiry form and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Bhandal Law - The best defence for your case. 

Don’t let a terrorism charge ruin your life - contact us today for a free consultation and find out how we can help you. Whether you are facing a minor allegation or a serious accusation, we have the experience and expertise to defend you. We will fight for your rights and interests throughout the legal process and work hard to achieve the best possible outcome for you. Bhandal Law - Your trusted criminal defence solicitors for terrorism charges.