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CRIMINAL DEFENCE LAWYERS
S2 CJA INTERVIEWS AND SERIOUS FRAUD OFFICE INVESTIGATIONS SOLICITORS
Serious Fraud Office investigations can have severe consequences.
Mission
Being summoned to participate in a S2 CJA interview can be an intimidating proposition. However, having a solicitor to offer advice and navigate you through this intricate process could significantly impact the final outcome.
Navigating complexities
Securing the assistance of a legal professional specialised in S2 CJA interviews and Serious Fraud Office investigations can prove instrumental in navigating the complexities of this legal terrain, potentially influencing the outcome significantly.
Is attendance mandatory?
Failure to attend S2 CJA interviews constitutes a criminal offence, punishable in a Magistrates’ Court. The maximum penalty for this transgression is a 6-month prison sentence or a fine.
Understanding S2 CJA interviews
S2 CJA interviews form an integral part of Serious Fraud Office investigations. Referring to Section 2 of the Criminal Justice Act 1987, these interviews empower the Director of the Serious Fraud Office to compel individuals to attend interviews.
This is why legal practitioners often refer to them as S2 CJA interviews. Additionally, Section 2 of the Criminal Justice Act authorises the Director to demand document production as part of Serious Fraud Office investigations.
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