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Historical Abuse Appeal Panel - Challenging False Allegations

A Short History

The Historical Abuse Appeal Panel was created in 2003 and launched at the FACT Conference In Wales in September 2003 .  It had been created as a direct response to calls from Mps including Claire Curtis Thomas MP for a unified response from the Legal profession and its key initial members were ourselves as founding firm together with Chris Saltrese , David Woods and Later Bill Bache . Counsel who supported the organisation included Mark Barlow and Patrick Cosgrove QC .
Over time the Panel became involved in a  considerable amount of work which led to some important successful appeals .
However ultimately because the Legal Services Commission failed to fund the Panel it could not continue as a Case Referral Body . The solicitors involved however continue to represent individuals falsely accused and you can contact them or ourselves as the managing firm for assistance . We also continue to speak out generically on False allegation issues
“False Allegations in Historical Allegations Present a unique challenge to the integrity of the Trial Process”

What to do if you are accused ?

 

If you have been accused of offences the first thing you need to ensure is expect representation preferably at the Police Station . When first arrested you may have had a Duty Solicitor - in fact that solicitor may be able to perfectly represent you provided they have sound experience of such cases - if they do not then change your solicitor before its too late !

Be prepared to defend yourself fully and remember despite what the law may say in sexual offences you need to be prepared to prove your innocence .

Be tough on how your case is handled its your only chance to secure your freedom do not rely upon your legal teams assurances if they are not backed up by action . If in doubt there are a number of organisations which can provide further guidance and support such as FACT and Innocence

Historical Abuse Appeal Panel Tackling false allegations