{"id":2479,"date":"2026-05-27T06:38:03","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T03:38:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/svaroglaw.com\/kryminalne-pravo\/zahyst-na-stadiyi-sudovogo-rozglyadu\/"},"modified":"2026-06-02T19:42:03","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T16:42:03","slug":"zahyst-na-stadiyi-sudovogo-rozglyadu","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/svaroglaw.com\/en\/kryminalne-pravo\/zahyst-na-stadiyi-sudovogo-rozglyadu\/","title":{"rendered":"Defence during the trial stage of criminal proceedings"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Every suspect has the right to a defence in order to secure a more lenient sentence. To this end, the detained person is provided with legal assistance. The defence during the trial stage of criminal proceedings consists of a series of actions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">to clear the suspect of suspicion;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">to review the charges;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">to mitigate liability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Criminal defence solicitor: defence in court<\/h2>\n<p>Defence in criminal cases is provided to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">safeguard the interests of the victim;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">defend the accused or suspect.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Once a case has been referred to court, a lawyer has the right to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">meet with the accused in private;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">examine the case materials following the conclusion of the preliminary investigation;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">be present during the questioning of the accused;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">make copies of the data necessary for the further consideration of the case;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">take part in the court proceedings;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">to gather evidence independently;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">to lodge a complaint against unlawful actions by law enforcement officials.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>When is a defence lawyer mandatory?<\/h2>\n<p>A suspect may choose not to have a defence lawyer. Everyone has the right to refuse legal assistance. However, there are cases where it is not possible to refuse a defence lawyer. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">suspects under the age of 18;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">persons with mental or physical disabilities;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">foreign nationals;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">persons who have entered into a plea agreement with the prosecutor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Features of defence in criminal court proceedings<\/h2>\n<p>A suspect may avail themselves of the rules of court. These may contribute to the proper organisation of the proceedings. The rules include the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">there is no limit on the number of defence lawyers per suspect;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">only a Ukrainian citizen with a higher legal education may act as a lawyer in court;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">minors, persons lacking legal capacity or those with mental disorders must have a defence lawyer;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">It is prohibited to act as a defence lawyer for two or more suspects with conflicting interests;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Close relatives or family members of the victim may not act as a defence lawyer for the accused;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Everyone has the right to be represented by several lawyers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Consultation with a criminal lawyer from Svarog<\/h2>\n<p>We understand that anyone can become involved in legal proceedings. To resolve legal issues quickly, it is advisable to consult legal experts. Our lawyers provide the following services:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">preparation of a full set of documents;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">collection of evidence in the client\u2019s favour;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">defence in criminal proceedings;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">full support during questioning;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">defending the interests of the accused or the victim in court.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is a criminal defence lawyer who will help devise the best strategy for your specific situation.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions and Answers<\/h2>\n<h3>How does a lawyer defend a client in court in a criminal case?<\/h3>\n<p>Defence in court is carried out by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">gathering evidence of innocence or mitigating circumstances;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">identifying irregularities in the investigation;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">rebutting the prosecutor\u2019s arguments;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">submitting various motions and applications;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">direct participation in court hearings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What should be done after the indictment has been sent to court?<\/h3>\n<p>The first steps after the indictment has been sent may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">obtaining a copy of the indictment for review;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">begin working with a solicitor;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">develop a defence strategy;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">prepare a motion for a preventive measure or for the case to be dismissed;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">familiarise yourself fully with the materials of the criminal proceedings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Can a preventive measure be changed during the trial?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, a preventive measure can be changed during the trial. 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