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Conspiracy to Murder Solicitors

Conspiracy to murder is an extremely serious criminal offence which can lead to severe punishments upon conviction. It is imperative that, if you are accused of conspiracy to murder, you instruct the support of a criminal defence team.

At J D Spicer Zeb, our criminal defence solicitors have over 45 years of experience in handling even the most serious cases, including conspiracy to murder. We can provide you with the assurance that your case will be in the safest pair of hands possible, building a robust defence against the allegations you are facing.

Our primary focus is always on helping you to avoid conviction for conspiracy to commit murder. However, where this is not possible, we can also take every possible measure to ensure that any penalties handed out upon conviction are mitigated as far as possible.

If you are being investigated for conspiracy to murder, you will usually have the option of working with a duty solicitor to represent you. No matter your circumstances, we would always strongly recommend that you instead work with an experienced solicitor with specialist expertise in handling conspiracy to murder cases.

Regardless of who you work with, it is crucial that you do not answer any police questions without a solicitor being present.

Our conspiracy to murder solicitors provide:

  • 24/7 legal support in person and over the phone, 365 days a year
  • Representation anywhere in England or Wales
  • Accredited Police Station Representatives to support you during a police interview
  • Clear, effective legal advice in any language (see our languages spoken)

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Speak to our conspiracy to murder solicitors today

For a free initial consultation on your legal position and the available options, contact our local offices in London, Birmingham or Manchester.

For urgent advice at any time of day or night regarding a conspiracy to murder charge, please call our Emergency Number 07836 577 556.

Our expertise with conspiracy to murder

As a firm, we have over 45 years of experience in representing people accused of the most serious criminal offences, including conspiracy to murder. We have a detailed understanding of the offence and, importantly, what defences can be raised.

We have been recognised for our industry-leading expertise, meaning we are well-positioned to offer legal guidance that is specifically tailored to your case and its unique circumstances.

The penalties for conspiracy to murder are extremely serious, with lengthy prison sentences being a distinct possibility. The importance of receiving the highest standard of legal representation cannot be underestimated.

Our criminal defence team includes several police station representatives who will be available to provide support on a 24/7 basis.

We have extensive experience handling the various types of evidence relied on for these types of serious criminal cases, including forensics such as fingerprint and DNA analysis, digital evidence such as mobile phone records and text messages, and witness testimony. This means we can identify any flaws in the case against you and build the strongest possible defence in court.

Additionally, we have also developed strong relationships with a number of the country’s leading specialist criminal defence barristers who handle conspiracy to murder cases. You can be confident you will always receive the highest standard of representation if your case goes to trial.

Our expertise in handling criminal law matters, like conspiracy to murder, is reflected through our Law Society accreditation for Criminal Litigation. We also hold the Lexcel accreditation for the consistently high standards of our legal practice.

How can we help?

Common questions

We always work with the most experienced and best leading UK barristers, KCs (Kings Counsel). We cover all criminal cases 24/7 at the police station and court. Offices in London, Birmingham, and Manchester cover cases across England and Wales. We can offer Legal Aid and affordable Private fee agreements. We can see you the same day, including virtually. Our Senior Partners supervise all of our cases.

How quickly do you respond?

We respond quickly even during out of hours. We do not get our work by paying for online adverts but based on the fact that few criminal law firms can match our 45 years of experience. Most of our cases are still from word-of-mouth recommendations from satisfied clients. We are called daily by dissatisfied clients from firms with less experience than us. We respond very quickly to new enquiries. We know what clients seek and so we update clients rapidly.

Can you get cases dropped?

Yes, read about the recent cases we've helped our clients with here.

We always keep you updated and give straightforward advice. We will get cases dropped early where the case is weak or should not be prosecuted. We will be upfront with you about where you can benefit from a good result with an early guilty plea, such as a discount on your sentence. As we work on cases across all levels with clients from all walks of life, we are excellent at giving clear, spot-on advice. As an established firm, we can allocate a whole team to your case often at short notice to secure evidence to minimise the damage to you. 

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Do you offer free consultations?

Where it is possible, we aim to provide an initial consultation to you. If we can speak to you, we can if required inform you about  –

  • Whether we can take the case on and our relevant experience.
  • Public and private funding benefits.
  • Assistance in applying for legal aid where we are likely to accept instructions.
  • An outline of options in police interview only. We will not advise you on which option to adopt.
  • Providing our free written guide explaining the police station process.
  • The gravity of routine and day-to-day offences you face.
  • Consequences of not attending the court or police station.
  • Consequences of interfering with any witnesses.
  • Retaining any evidence in support of your case.
  • If possible an outline of the elements of the offence that the police or CPS must prove.
  • This consultation will normally be by telephone or email and will only be for as long as we deem necessary to establish if we can act for you. If we cannot usefully give you any advice in this manner then we will not continue with the consultation. We will not discuss the case in depth for you to be able to decide on your plea or any significant aspect of the case, as this cannot be undertaken informally.
  • Referring you, if possible, to other firms for matters out of our specialism or if we cannot help.

Consultations do not apply to the following cases –

  • If we do not intend to take the case on.
  • Road Traffic cases, drink driving, drug driving, driving bans, speeding, no insurance, mobile phone use, points etc.
  • In all cases where we do not have the capacity to take your case or the availability of suitably qualified staff to provide an initial free consultation. This is applicable in all cases but especially where a more senior lawyer is required because of your personal needs or the complexity of the case.
  • Harassment/stalking/ coercive behaviour/malicious communications or road traffic cases and most sensitive cases. These cases are often too complicated to assess in short consultations.
  • The locations concerned may be too distant to represent you adequately or it may not be cost-effective for you or us.
  • The case is too complicated to assess or raises various charges or facts, complexity, or history to be considered informally or in a short consultation.
  • In most Legal aid transfers where legal aid is granted to another firm except in very grave cases, we may assess the case and merits for a transfer.
  • If your relationship has broken down with your existing solicitor or several solicitors.
  • If you have been released under investigation and have already had a police station attendance. 
  • If you hold legal aid with another firm and seek a second opinion.
  • If you are calling on behalf of the client as a friend or family member unless you have full authority and full facts.
  • To businesses.
  • Advising whether you were given good advice by your other solicitor.
  • Whether to decide to plead guilty or not guilty.
  • Whether you have an arguable defence in law or factually complicated defences.
  • Any advice you have had after your first court appearance.
  • Any advice on appeal on conviction or sentence.
  • If we feel we are unable to communicate with you.
  • If we are likely to be conflicted or breach our professional rules.

Pre-charge bail

If you are interviewed by the police as part of a conspiracy to murder investigation, you may be released on pre-charge bail while the police make a charging decision.

If you are released on pre-charge bail, you are likely to be subject to various bail conditions. Common conditions include restrictions on your movement or a requirement that you visit the police station at designated times.

To find out more in relation to pre-charge bail, please use the links provided below:

Fees and funding

We are always upfront when it comes to fees.

Legal Aid may be available in certain cases, but this will depend on the seriousness of the case and whether it justifies the grant of public funding.

For clients who do not qualify for Legal Aid, the alternative option will be to fund a case privately.

To find out more about the way we handle fees (both Legal Aid and private fees), please use the links provided below:

Related offences

We also provide support and guidance on various other matters that are related to conspiracy to murder, including:

Common questions about conspiracy to murder

What is conspiracy to murder?

A ‘conspiracy’ involves two or more people agreeing to commit a criminal offence. So, conspiracy to murder is the offence of forming an agreement with at least one other person to pursue a course of conduct which will result in the murder of someone else. It is not necessary for every person to be physically involved in the act of killing; playing a key role in the agreement, preparation, or organisation of the murder will be sufficient.

A person who commits conspiracy to murder must not only know that the course of conduct involves the murder of someone else, but moreover must actually intend for that person to die.

However, importantly, there is no need for the murder to have in fact taken place. An agreement to murder which is not executed can still amount to a conspiracy.

How does a court prove conspiracy to murder?

When it comes to conspiracy to murder, the prosecution must be able to demonstrate with either direct or circumstantial evidence that a group of at least two individuals were working together in agreement with the intention to murder. This could include use of CCTV footage or digital forensics to prove that meetings took place or plans were made.

However, agreements to murder are rarely ever put into writing or recorded. As such, the prosecution will typically look to the acts of the parties allegedly involved in the conspiracy to try and demonstrate that they were acting upon an agreed plan. Such acts could include luring or distracting the target, hiring a hitman, or being a getaway driver.

Can I go to prison for conspiracy to murder?

Yes, a prison sentence is a genuine possibility, even if the actual act of murder did not take place.

What are the sentencing guidelines for conspiracy to murder?

The sentencing guidelines for conspiracy to murder are extremely strict. Depending on the circumstances, you could be liable to face life imprisonment if found guilty of conspiracy to murder.

Are there any mitigating factors that could affect sentencing?

There are various mitigating factors which could be considered during sentencing for conspiracy to murder. These include:

  • The role played in the agreement
  • Previous good character and/or exemplary conduct
  • Remorse
  • Cooperation with an investigation
  • Your level of knowledge of the offence
  • Any serious medical conditions which require long-term, urgent or intensive treatment
  • Learning disabilities or mental disorders
  • Age and/or lack of maturity
  • Sole or primary carer for related dependents

Contact our conspiracy to murder solicitors now

If you are due to attend the police station for interview, have been charged with conspiracy to murder, or require any urgent specialist advice or immediate representation, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

You can contact a member of our dedicated team of criminal defence lawyers in London, Birmingham, and Manchester by telephone on:

Or email: solicitors@jdspicer.co.uk

Alternatively, you can fill out our quick online enquiry form, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

24/7 legal representation for conspiracy to commit murder

Please get in touch for a free initial consultation with one of our experts in defences against conspiracy to murder charges, as well as for immediate advice and representation.

For immediate representation and advice, you can contact our Emergency Number: 07836 577 556 and we will provide you with the urgent assistance you need.

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