What Is Pre-Charge Representation?
The Critical Window When Everything Can Be Saved
You’re under investigation but not yet charged. This is the most important moment in your entire case.
Most people think they must wait passively whilst police build their case. That’s exactly how professionals lose everything they’ve worked for.
Pre-charge representation is your opportunity to fight back before charges destroy your career, reputation, and future.
When Your Career Hangs in the Balance
You feel completely powerless. The police are investigating. Your reputation is crumbling. Colleagues are whispering. Your family is stressed.
But here’s what they don’t tell you: This is actually when you have the most power to influence the outcome.
Before charges are filed, we can:
- Challenge the evidence before it becomes “fact”
- Question police procedures before they become accepted
- Present your side before prosecutors make decisions
- Negotiate resolution before your name hits the courts
Why Timing Is Everything
The Window Is Closing
Every day you wait:
- Police solidify their case against you
- Evidence becomes harder to challenge
- Your reputation suffers more damage
- Intervention becomes more difficult
The System Assumes Guilt
Police investigate to prove you’re guilty, not to find the truth. They’ll interpret everything in the worst possible light unless someone challenges them immediately.
Charges Change Everything
Once charged:
- Your name becomes public
- Professional bodies are notified
- Employers must be informed
- The damage may be irreversible
Pre-charge intervention is your best chance to make this disappear completely.
What Makes Our Approach Different
We Fight When Others Play It Safe
While traditional solicitors advise you to “wait and see,” we immediately go on the offensive, challenging police assumptions and fighting for your interests from day one. Other firms accept whatever authorities tell them, but we treat every case like a battle that must be won, because we understand that your entire future hangs in the balance.
We Understand What You're Really Fighting For
This isn’t just about avoiding charges – it’s about:
- Protecting your professional licence
- Preserving your family’s future
- Maintaining your reputation in the community
- Saving everything you’ve worked to build
Personal Attention When It Matters Most
Fraser Masood personally handles all pre-charge cases because he understands:
- One mistake can destroy a career
- Every detail matters when everything is at stake
- You need someone willing to go to war for you
The Cost of Getting This Wrong
Without Expert Pre-Charge Representation
Professional Destruction
- Criminal charges filed and made public
- Professional licence suspended or revoked
- Career opportunities permanently blocked
- Business relationships destroyed
Personal Devastation
- Family stress and breakdown
- Social ostracism and isolation
- Mental health deterioration
- Financial ruin from legal fees and lost income
Long-term Consequences
- Permanent criminal record
- Unemployability in your profession
- Impact on children's futures
- Decades of rebuilding required
With Fraser Masood fighting for you, your career and reputation remain protected throughout the process, your family is shielded from the trauma and uncertainty that destroys so many lives, and most importantly, your life returns to normal without the devastating consequences that follow criminal charges.
Real Results for Real People
Brilliant result
Mr Masood has represented me for a number of years. Whenever I have been caught in a difficult position before the Magistrates Court, with his attention to detail and expert advocacy he always gets me a brilliant result.
– MrN
Brings "A" Game
Honest, learned and experienced solicitor. Mr Masood always brings his A Game to the police station and Court. He is never afraid to challenge the police and the evidence. I would never speak to the police without Mr Masood by my side.
Extremely grateful
Mr Masood represented me for a matter of drug driving. Unfortunately this was the second time I had been charged with this offence and due to my previous convictions I faced the real prospect of a custodial sentence. Mr Masood was able to expertly mitigate on my behalf, expressing my personal circumstances and persuaded the Court to suspend my sentence. I am extremely grateful for his efforts.
– MrR
Professional standards
I was arrested and wrongly accused of assaulting the police. At my police station interview, Mr Masood challenged the evidence provided by the police and escalated the matter to professional standards. I was released with no further action with the arresting officer referred to professional standards for the way I was treated.
– MrP
Unparalleled dedication and empathy
Represented throughout the most difficult period of my life facing an allegation of Rape in the Crown Court. Tenacity and eye for detail through a challenging process led to my acquittal. I can finally move on with my life. Wishing the team nothing but the best.
– MrL
Notable Wins
- R v W: Murder Acquittal at the Old Bailey - Youth client acquitted after 6-week trial
- R v B: Drug Importation Acquittal - Modern slavery defence for trafficking victim
- R v C: Section 18 GBH Acquittal - Self-defence in serious wounding case
- R v S: Honour-Based Stalking - Crown discontinued at trial after evidence challenge
- R v L: Arson Acquittal - Joint enterprise case dismissed after digital evidence challenge
- R v M: Section 18 Stabbing Acquittal - Serious assault case won at trial
Who This Is For
Professionals Under Investigation
- Professionals including doctors and lawyers facing regulatory or criminal investigations
- Business executives targeted by fraud investigations
- Company directors facing corporate crime allegations
- Financial professionals under FCA or criminal investigation
When You Need Emergency Help
- Police have contacted you for interview
- Your employer knows about the investigation
- Professional body has launched proceedings
- Media attention is possible
- Family and career are under threat
The Fraser Masood Method

Stage 1: Emergency Response (0-48 hours)
Immediate case assessment and protection strategy
- Legal rights protection from first contact
- Evidence analysis and weakness identification
- Strategic intervention planning
- Media and reputation damage limitation

Stage 2: Aggressive Challenge (Week 1-2)
Direct confrontation with the investigation
- Police procedure challenges
- Evidence quality questioning
- Prosecutor negotiation and persuasion
- Expert witness instruction where needed

Stage 3: Case Resolution (Ongoing)
Fighting until charges are dropped
- Crown Prosecution Service liaison
- Additional evidence presentation
- Legal argument development
- No further action achievement
Our Fees
Your entire career is worth more than our fees. We provide transparent pricing because we understand this is an investment in protecting everything you’ve worked to build.
Pre-Charge Intervention Fees
Fixed fee service – No hidden costs or surprises, calculated at our hourly rate starting at £300+VAT per hour.
What Your Investment Covers
- Fraser Masood’s personal attention on your case
- 24/7 emergency response during critical periods
- Complete case management from investigation to resolution
- Direct police and prosecutor liaison
- Reputation protection strategy
- Regular updates and communication
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you really stop charges being filed?
Yes. We challenge evidence, question procedures, and negotiate with prosecutors before they make charging decisions.
How quickly can you start working on my case?
Immediately. For urgent situations, Fraser Masood responds within hours. We begin strategic intervention from our first conversation.
What if the police have already interviewed me?
Pre-charge intervention can still be effective after an interview. We analyse what happened, challenge any procedural errors, and present additional evidence or arguments to prosecutors.
How much does pre-charge representation cost?
Your entire career is worth more than our fees. We provide transparent pricing and understand this is an investment in your future. Many clients consider it the best money they’ve ever spent.
Will hiring a criminal solicitor make me look guilty?
No. Smart professionals protect themselves. Police and prosecutors respect those who exercise their rights properly.
What if pre-charge intervention doesn't work?
If charges are filed despite our efforts, we continue fighting through the courts with the advantage of knowing the case inside out from the beginning.
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Your Future Depends on What You Do Right Now
Every hour you wait makes this situation harder to resolve.
The investigation is happening whether you’re prepared or not. The only question is whether you’ll have expert protection fighting for you.
Don’t face this alone. Don’t wait for charges to be filed. Act now.