⚖️ Criminal Law

Experienced Criminal Defence Lawyers – Newcastle, Hunter & Central Coast

If you've been charged with a criminal offence, you need a lawyer who knows the law, the courts, and how to fight for your rights. At Shotters Lawyers, we represent clients in Newcastle, Belmont, Maitland, Cessnock, Wyong, Singleton, and throughout the Hunter, Lake Macquarie and Central Coast regions.

We offer strategic, no-nonsense advice and strong court representation in all criminal and traffic matters.

🚔 Our Criminal Law Services

We act for clients in a wide range of criminal matters, including:

👮 Police Charges & Court Representation

Assault (common assault, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, grievous bodily harm)
Drug offences (possession, supply, manufacture, cultivation)
Property offences (larceny, break and enter, malicious damage)
Domestic violence and AVOs (Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders)
Fraud and dishonesty offences
Bail applications — including urgent weekend bail

🚗 Driving & Traffic Offences

Drink driving (PCA) and drug driving
Driving while suspended or disqualified
Licence appeals
Dangerous or negligent driving
Habitual traffic offender declarations

📋 Other Criminal Matters

Mental health applications under section 14
Section 10 (non-conviction orders)
Early guilty pleas and sentencing
Defended hearings and trials

🎯 Why Choose Shotters Lawyers?

Clear, strategic legal advice
Strong courtroom advocacy and negotiation
Fixed fees for many matters
Local knowledge and long-standing relationships with local courts and prosecutors
Responsive and accessible throughout your case

Whether you've made a mistake, been wrongly accused, or need help navigating the court system, we're here to help — not to judge.

If you're facing criminal charges or need urgent legal advice, contact Shotters Lawyers on (02) 4929 2229 or make an online enquiry. We offer initial consultations and act in urgent bail matters across Newcastle, the Central Coast, and the Hunter Region.

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