Sexual Offence Solicitor Dublin
Sexual offence solicitor in
Dublin
Daniel Kreith acts for clients in Dublin who are facing a sexual offence allegation. That includes advice by phone at any hour if you are held or questioned at a Garda station in Dublin, representing clients at court, and offering remote consultations where that is more practical. If the Gardaí have contacted you, or you believe an allegation may be made, it is important to get advice early.
For full detail on how we defend rape and sexual assault allegations, see our rape and sexual assault defence page.
Daniel Kreith
Principal Solicitor, Daniel Kreith & Company Solicitors
Every enquiry is handled personally, by me, in strict confidence.
Our Support
If you are facing a sexual offence allegation in Dublin, the most important step is to seek specialist legal advice immediately. Daniel Kreith Solicitors represent individuals across Dublin providing criminal defence from the first moment of Garda contact through to court. All consultations are confidential. We are available at any hour, and we can arrange an initial consultation quickly regardless of where in Dublin you are based.
Our Specialisations
Sexual Offence Defence in Dublin
We represent clients from across Dublin in cases involving the full range of sexual offence allegations. These are among the most serious charges in Irish criminal law, and they require specialist legal knowledge, careful preparation and experienced advocacy from the very beginning.
We act in cases involving:
Rape
Sexual assault
Child-related offences
Online offences
Historic claims
Every case we take on in Dublin is assessed on its individual merits. We examine the prosecution
evidence, identify weaknesses, and build a structured defence strategy from the outset. Our team acts in serious criminal matters across Ireland and has represented clients facing the most complex and sensitive allegations.
Garda Station Advice in Dublin
If Gardaí in Dublin have contacted you about an investigation, whether at Store Street, Pearse Street or any other station in the city, you are entitled to legal advice before any interview. You should not
attend for questioning without first speaking to a solicitor. We advise clients across Dublin on their rights by phone before any Garda interview, at any hour, and guide you through every stage of the investigation. Early legal involvement is the most effective way to protect your position.
We assist with:
Interview preparation
Advice by phone before questioning
Review of investigative developments
Ongoing defence planning
Court Representation for Clients in Dublin
Sexual offence cases involving Dublin may proceed before the Circuit Court or Central Criminal Court depending on seriousness. We prepare and manage cases at both levels. From thorough review of prosecution disclosure to engagement with expert witnesses and briefing of experienced barristers for trial, we handle every aspect of the defence with care and precision.
Our approach includes:
Detailed evidence review
Identification of legal issues, evidential deficiencies and defence opportunities
Structured defence strategy
Experienced barrister representation
Ongoing client communication throughout all stages of proceedings
Every case is handled with discretion and careful preparation.
Talk to a solicitor about your situation
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Approach
Why Choose Daniel Kreith Solicitors for Cases in Dublin?
Daniel Kreith Solicitors focus on criminal defence, with particular expertise in sexual offence allegations. This level of specialisation matters because these cases are technically and strategically demanding in ways that general criminal practice does not adequately prepare a solicitor for. Clients in Dublin benefit from a practice that brings focused expertise, careful preparation and genuine discretion to every case. We are available 24 hours a day. If you wish to transfer representation from another solicitor, we can help. We:
Specialise in sexual offence defence
Instruct experienced criminal barristers
Examine digital and forensic evidence closely
Handle cases with strict confidentiality
Provide consultations without delay
Advise by phone at any hour, anywhere in Ireland
Each case is handled with diligence and care.
If you have been arrested in Dublin, or asked to come in for an interview, the next few hours matter. This page explains what happens and what we do.
Daniel gives advice by phone at any hour, wherever in Dublin city or county you are being held or questioned. If you are reading this because someone has been taken to a station tonight, phone us now rather than reading on.
Ring us before the interview, not after
The most common thing we hear is "I thought I would explain it and it would be sorted".
It rarely works that way. What you say in a Garda interview is evidence. It is recorded, and it stays in the case from that point on. If you get the account slightly wrong under pressure, at four in the morning, having not slept, that becomes something you have to deal with later.
You are entitled to speak to a solicitor before you are questioned, and to have one with you during the interview. Ask. You do not have to give a reason, and asking does not make you look guilty.
The Dublin courts
Most serious sexual offence trials are heard in the Central Criminal Court. It sits in the Criminal Courts of Justice on Parkgate Street in Dublin 7.
The Circuit Criminal Court, in the same building, hears a good deal of sexual assault work. The District Court deals with the early stages, the first appearance after charge and bail applications.
Because the Central Criminal Court sits in Dublin, cases from all over the country end up being heard here. If your case has been sent forward for trial you may be travelling to Dublin whether you live here or not.
Dublin Garda stations
Daniel gives advice by phone at any hour, wherever in Dublin you are being held. Phone numbers for the main Dublin stations are in our Garda stations directory.
If you are being taken somewhere and you are not sure where, tell whoever is with you to ring us with the station name. We will find out which station you are in and ring it.
What we do when someone is at the station
We find out what you are being detained for and under what power.
We speak to you privately, before any questioning starts. That conversation is confidential.
We explain what to expect in the interview and how to ask for a break to speak to us again.
After the interview, we go through with you what was asked and what you said, while it is fresh. That record matters later, when the case is being prepared.
Do you have to answer questions?
- You do not have to answer.
- It is not quite as simple as staying silent, though.
- In certain circumstances a court can be invited to draw an inference from something you failed to mention during questioning that you later rely on in your defence.
- Whether that applies depends on the offence and on whether the proper warning was given, and how it was given.
- That is exactly why we would rather talk to you before the interview than after it.
- The right approach depends on what is actually being alleged, and you cannot work that out on your own in a custody suite.
If the Gardaí have asked you to come in voluntarily
People often ring us and say they have not been arrested, they have just been asked to come in and give their side of it.
Treat that the same way. A voluntary interview is still an interview and what you say in it can be used. Agreeing to attend does not mean you have agreed to answer questions without a solicitor there.
Talk to us before you go in.
Will this be in the papers?
It is usually the second question we are asked, and it is a fair one.
There are reporting restrictions in sexual offence cases, and the law protects the identity of complainants. The position on an accused person is not the same in every case. It depends on the charge and on the stage the case has reached.
We will tell you where you stand on that at the outset. It is a question with a real answer, not something to worry about in the dark.
Talking to us
We act for people accused of sexual offences. That is the work we do.
Phone us at any hour if someone is in a station now. If it is less urgent than that, ring or send a message and we will come back to you. What you tell us is confidential.
Frequently asked questions
Which court hears sexual offence cases in Dublin?
Most serious sexual offence trials are heard in the Central Criminal Court, which sits in the Criminal Courts of Justice on Parkgate Street, Dublin 7. The Circuit Criminal Court hears a good deal of sexual assault work. The District Court deals with the first appearance after charge and with bail.
Can I have a solicitor with me during a Garda interview in Dublin?
Yes. You are entitled to speak to a solicitor before you are questioned and to have a solicitor present during the interview. You can ask at any point, including after questioning has started.
Do I have to answer Garda questions?
You do not have to answer. In certain circumstances a court can be invited to draw an inference from something you failed to mention during questioning that you later rely on, which depends on the offence and on whether the proper warning was given. Take advice before the interview rather than after it.
Can I get advice at night if someone is held at a Dublin Garda station?
Yes. Daniel answers calls and texts 24 hours a day, including nights and weekends, and gives advice by phone wherever in Dublin you are being held.
Dublin Garda stations: phone numbers
Every number below was taken from the station’s own page on garda.ie. Each station name links to our page for that station.
| Station | Phone |
|---|---|
| Blanchardstown | 01 666 7000 |
| Pearse Street | 01 666 9000 |
| Store Street | 01 666 8000 |
| Kevin Street | 01 666 9400 |
| Tallaght | 01 666 6000 |
| Clondalkin | 01 666 7600 |
| Swords | 01 666 4700 |
Phone numbers for stations in other counties are on the garda stations page.
Our Support in Dublin
Accessing Sexual Offence Defence Representation in Dublin
We advise clients by phone before Garda interviews, and represent clients in court proceedings, across Dublin and surrounding regions.
Support may include:
Advice by phone for Garda station interviews
Preparation for Interview
Legal Aid & Bail Applications
Pre-trial case preparation
Representation at court hearings
Early Advice Matters
When to Contact Us
The earlier you seek legal advice, the better we can protect your interests
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