Practice group 02 · 7 services
Criminal Defence & Bail
From the first night in the cells to the trial — including bail applications after hours.
How we help
If you or someone close to you has been arrested, what happens in the first hours matters. Bail — including after-hours bail — is one of the firm’s areas of practice, and the firm represents accused persons through the criminal process.
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Arrested after hours? After-hours bail is one of the firm’s areas of practice. Call 072 990 8434 or WhatsApp about bail.
Every service
7 ways we can help.
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Criminal
Representing accused persons from arrest and first appearance to trial.
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Bail
Preparing and arguing bail applications in the Magistrates Court.
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Bail (24hrs / After Hours)
Bail assistance outside office hours.
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Litigation (Criminal)
Trials, appeals and reviews in criminal matters.
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Drunk Driving
Defending charges of driving under the influence or over the legal limit.
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Fraud
Defending fraud and other commercial-crime charges.
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Unlawful Arrest
Civil claims against the State for unlawful arrest and detention.
Who handles these matters
Attorneys who practise in Criminal & Bail.
Based on the areas each practitioner lists on their own professional profile.
Fortunate Nwa-khosa Ngomana
Director · 19 years
Lists 4 of these 7 services
Mthokozisi “Teddy” Xaba
Associate · 13 years
Lists 2 of these 7 services
Tema Thulare
Junior Attorney · 4 years
Lists 1 of these 7 services
Subusiso Mtsweni
Junior Attorney
Lists 5 of these 7 services
Sphesihle Mthethwa
Candidate Attorney
Lists 3 of these 7 services
Questions clients ask
General information only — not legal advice for your situation. Speak to an attorney about your matter.
Someone has just been arrested — what should we do first?
Ask which police station the person is held at and what the charge is, and contact an attorney. The arrested person has the right to remain silent and the right to legal representation. Call us with the station and the charge.
What is bail?
Bail is money paid so that an accused person can be released while the case continues, on condition that they return to court. For some less serious offences the police can grant bail at the station before the first court appearance, or release a person on a warning; otherwise bail is applied for in court. Whether bail is granted, and how much it is, depends on the charge and the circumstances.
Can I claim for an unlawful arrest?
If you were arrested or detained without lawful grounds, you may be able to claim damages from the Minister of Police. Strict time limits apply, so speak to an attorney early.
Talk to us about your Criminal & Bail matter.
Tell us briefly what has happened, which office is nearest to you, and how to reach you.