What is a character reference? | Sydney Criminal Lawyers®

Going to Court? Book Your Free First Appointment

(02) 9261 8881 24/7

About

Fixed Fees

We have competitive Fixed Fees for a range of Criminal and Driving cases so you will know exactly how much your case will cost.

Free First Appointment

We offer a Free First Conference with an Experienced Criminal Defence Lawyer who will advise you of the best way forward in your case.

Specialist Lawyer Guarantee

We guarantee you will be represented in court by a lawyer with years of criminal defence experience ensuring you receive the highest quality legal representation.

Awards, Membership and Accreditation

Courts We Attend

Prison Visits in New South Wales

Police Stations

Languages We Speak

Legal Aid

Easy Payment

SCL Help Fund

Careers

Scholarships

Media Centre

Ugur Nedim

Jason Koh

Fahim Khan

Sherleen Chand

Kent Park

Vinny Vijay

Eddie Nedim

Deniz Nedim

Patrick O’Sullivan

Mariecar Capili

Fred Cao

Salam Shammu

Karina Diec

Barristers We Instruct

Clive Steirn

William Brewer

Luke Brasch

Jack Tyler-Stott

Wali Shukoor

AJ Karim

Sydney

503/267 Castlereagh Street

Liverpool

215-219 George Street

Parramatta

27 Hunter Street

Chatswood

23 Daisy Street

Newcastle

17 Bolton Street

Penrith

95B Station Street

Wollongong

1 Burelli Street

Bankstown

47 Rickard Road

Fixed Fees

Success Stories

Recent Criminal Cases

Client Found Not Guilty of All 10 Sexual Offences

Not Guilty of Affray and Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm in Company

Wounding With Intent Charges Withdrawn

Not Guilty of All 26 Sexual Offences, Including Multiple Counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault

The Right Lawyer Makes All the Difference: Our Client Receives Intensive Correction Order While His Co-Accused Is Sentenced to Full Time Imprisonment

Client Not Guilty of Sexual Touching and Police Ordered to Pay Costs

Sexual Assault and Detain for Advantage Charges Dropped

See More

Recent Traffic Cases

No Criminal Record for Mid Range Drink Driving

Negligent Driving Appeal Upheld

Another Licence Appeal Successful

Not Guilty of High Range Drink Driving and Police Ordered to Pay Costs

No Criminal Record Despite Pleading Guilty to Skye’s Law

Not Guilty of Negligent Driving Occasioning Death

No Conviction for Drive Whilst Disqualified and State False Name

See More

Our Offices

A list of our offices across the Sydney metropolitan area and beyond

Courts We Attend

A list of many of the courts we attend in New South Wales

Prison Visits

A list of many of the prisons we attend in New South Wales

Police Stations

A list of police stations in New South Wales

Client Reviews

Our Services

Fixed Fees

We have competitive Fixed Fees for a range of Criminal and Driving cases so you will know exactly how much your case will cost.

Free First Appointment

We offer a Free First Conference with an Experienced Criminal Defence Lawyer who will advise you of the best way forward in your case.

Bail Applications

We can make an application to have you or your loved-one released from custody

Not Guilty Pleas

We can fight to have your charges dropped or thrown out of court

Guilty Pleas

We can work to ensure you receive the most lenient outcome in the circumstances

Mental Health Applications

We can make an application in court to have your charges dismissed on mental health grounds

Non-Conviction Orders

We will maximise your chances of avoiding a criminal record

Jury Trials

We will implement effective defence strategies and fight for a not guilty verdict

Appeals

We can appeal against your finding of guilt or push for a more lenient outcome

Our Offices

A list of our offices across the Sydney metropolitan area and beyond

Courts We Attend

A list of many of the courts we attend in New South Wales

Prison Visits

A list of many of the prisons we attend in New South Wales

Police Stations

A list of police stations in New South Wales

Criminal Law

Our Criminal Lawyers

Australia’s most respected and experienced criminal defence lawyers

Recent Success Stories

Have a look through our recent criminal cases

Defences

Different types of defences that you may be able to raise

Penalties

Information about penalties for criminal offences

Appeals

Information about appeals and how our top criminal defence team can help you

Criminal Legislation

Read relevant sections of the Act under which you are charged

Criminal Offences

Apprehended Violence Orders (AVOs)

Assault Charges

Break and Enter

Centrelink Fraud

Commonwealth Offences

Crime Commission

Dangerous Dog Cases

Drug Offences

Firearms Offences

Fraud Charges

Malicious Damage

Murder and Manslaughter

Offences Against Public Justice

Offensive Language and Conduct

Public Order Offences

Robbery Offences

Sexual Offences

Stealing / Larceny Offences

Tax Fraud

Terrorism Charges

Criminal Law Resources

Section 10 Dismissals

Conditional Release Orders

Representing Yourself In Court

Your Rights

Bail Applications

Character Reference for Court

Letters of Apology

Sentencing in NSW

Going to Prison

Mental Health Law

Police Complaints

NSW Community Corrections

NSW Police Prosecutors

Criminal Law Links and Contacts

Our Offices

A list of our offices across the Sydney metropolitan area and beyond

Courts We Attend

A list of many of the courts we attend in New South Wales

Prison Visits

A list of many of the prisons we attend in New South Wales

Police Stations

A list of police stations in New South Wales

Traffic Law

Our Traffic Lawyers

Australia’s most respected and experienced traffic defence lawyers

Recent Success Stories

Have a look through our recent traffic cases

Penalties

Information about penalties for traffic offences

Traffic Legislation

Read relevant sections of the Act under which you are charged

Traffic Offences

Dangerous Driving

Drink Driving (PCA)

Driver Licence Appeals

Driving Recklessly / Furiously etc

Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

Driving Whilst Suspended / Disqualified

Drug Driving

Habitual Offender Declaration

Negligent Driving

Police Pursuits (Skye's Law)

Predatory Driving

Red Light Cameras

Speeding

Street Racing

Traffic Law Resources

Section 10 Dismissals

Conditional Release Orders

Traffic Offender Programs

Alcohol Interlock Program

Character Reference for Court

Letters of Apology

Our Offices

A list of our offices across the Sydney metropolitan area and beyond

Courts We Attend

A list of many of the courts we attend in New South Wales

Prison Visits

A list of many of the prisons we attend in New South Wales

Police Stations

A list of police stations in New South Wales

Section 10

Articles

Videos

Contact

Watch our Video on What is a character reference?

Visit this page for further information.

Going to court?

What Our Clients Say SEE ALL

★★★★★
〉Dale T. 2 days ago

Excellent service and even better results

I just want to say thank you to Fred, and Sydney Criminal Lawyers for excellent…
★★★★★
〉Jack F. 2 days ago

Got me the result I wanted without any unwanted stress.

I could not be more happier with my outcome. Fred handled my case professionally and…
★★★★★
〉Aaron C. 4 days ago

Thank you for getting me the best possible outcome.

I would like to thank Fahim Khan for his professionalism and understanding throughout my legal…
★★★★★
〉JJ L. 2 weeks ago

Honest and respectable Lawyer

Big thank you to Jason in helping me through my recent case. A great professional,…

Going to Court? Call For Your Free First Appointment