Criminal Lawyers Hobart & Tasmania
Facing a criminal charge, police investigation or court proceeding can be stressful and uncertain. At Paula Sutherland & Associates, we provide clear, practical advice and experienced representation to help you understand your rights, your options, and what to expect at every stage of the process.
How we can help
We assist clients across a broad range of matters, from relatively minor offences through to serious criminal charges.
We understand that every matter is different and that the outcome of criminal proceedings can have significant consequences for you, your family, your employment, and your future.
Common criminal law matters we assist with
We represent clients in the Magistrates Court, Youth Justice Division and Supreme Court of Tasmania, and can assist from the earliest stages of a police investigation through to hearings, pleas, trials, sentencing and appeals.
- Driving and traffic offences, including drink and drug driving, driving whilst disqualified, dangerous and negligent driving, and restricted licence applications
- Assault and other offences involving violence, including family violence matters
- Drug offences, including possession, cultivation, selling and trafficking
- Dishonesty and property offences, including stealing, fraud and related charges
- Serious criminal charges
- Public order and street offences
- Charges involving police, including resisting, obstructing or assaulting police
- Family Violence Orders and Restraint Orders, whether you are seeking the protection of an order or responding to an application
- Youth justice matters
- Firearms and licensing matters
- Breaches of court and community-based orders
- Coronial inquests
- Specialist and therapeutic court programs, including matters involving drug and mental health diversion
- Appeals and other criminal proceedings in the Supreme Court of Tasmania
Advice When You Need It Most
Getting legal advice early can make an important difference. If you have been contacted by Tasmania Police, asked to participate in an interview, charged with an offence, served with an application or summons, or are due to appear in court, we can explain the process and help you decide what to do next.
Arrange A Confidential Consultation
Our approach is straightforward and supportive. We take the time to listen, explain your options in plain language, and develop a strategy suited to your individual circumstances.
If you need advice or representation in a criminal law matter, contact Paula Sutherland & Associates to arrange a confidential consultation with us.
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