If you live or work in Hennef and have received a police summons, a written questionnaire or a penalty order, you should not make a statement before a lawyer has reviewed the case file. Criminal defense attorney Philip Bafteh defends English-speaking clients from Hennef – expats, students, employees and business people – in criminal investigations, penalty order proceedings and trials.
Criminal proceedings for clients from Hennef
Clients from Hennef (Sieg), Uckerath, Geistingen and the surrounding villages typically first receive a letter from the police or the public prosecutor’s office. As a suspect you are generally not obliged to attend police questioning. The first step is always the same: request access to the case file, then decide on a strategy.
Which court is responsible?
Criminal cases from this area are frequently handled in the Siegburg/Bonn court district, with penalty orders and trials before the local court (Amtsgericht) and more serious cases before the regional court (Landgericht). Responsibility ultimately depends on the place of the alleged offence, the type of charge and the stage of the proceedings.
Typical cases
Frequent matters include fraud (online marketplaces, PayPal), theft and shoplifting, assault, drink driving and hit and run. For urgent situations – arrest, search, detention – see our emergency defense page.
Getting to the office in Bonn
The office is located at Prinz-Albert-Straße 63, 53113 Bonn – easy to reach from Hennef by car or public transport. Initial consultations can also be held by phone or video.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to attend a police summons? As a suspect, generally no – and you should not make a statement before case file review.
Do I have to come to Bonn in person? No – the first consultation can take place by phone or video; court appearances are handled by your lawyer wherever possible.
What does a first consultation cost? You will receive transparent information on fees before any costs arise.
Further reading: Police summons, Penalty order, Court-appointed defense lawyer.
This article provides general information and does not replace advice in an individual case.