Prison Law
Protecting the Rights and Dignity of Prisoners
At Sam Solicitors, we believe that every individual — regardless of their situation — deserves fair treatment, dignity, and access to justice. Our Prison Law team is dedicated to protecting the rights of prisoners and ensuring they are treated lawfully and humanely throughout their time in custody.
Whether you are a long-term prisoner or have recently been detained, we understand the challenges you and your family may face. Our solicitors provide expert legal advice and representation to ensure that your rights, privileges, and entitlements are fully respected under the law.
Our Areas of Expertise
Our experienced Prison Law solicitors can assist with all aspects of prison law, including:
- Parole Reviews and Hearings: We represent prisoners before the Parole Board, ensuring your case is presented fairly and your progress in custody is fully recognised.
- Sentence Planning and Progression: We help prisoners understand their sentence structure, eligibility for release, and progression through the prison system.
- Category A Reviews and Re-Categorisation: We assist with applications to reduce security categories, helping eligible prisoners move to lower-security establishments
- Adjudications and Disciplinary Hearings: If you are facing internal prison disciplinary proceedings, we can represent you to ensure that your case is handled fairly and justly
- Recall to Prison: If you have been recalled to custody, we can review the decision and help challenge your recall where appropriate.
- License Conditions and Breaches: We provide advice on your licence conditions and assist in challenging any unreasonable restrictions.
- Healthcare, Mental Health, and Welfare Issues: We ensure that prisoners receive the appropriate medical care and mental health support they are legally entitled to.
- Human Rights and Judicial Reviews: Where there are breaches of human rights or unfair treatment, our team can pursue judicial review proceedings to seek justice and accountability.
Committed to Justice and Fair Treatment
Our solicitors are passionate about upholding the rights of prisoners and their families. We understand that prison can be a difficult and isolating experience, and our role is to ensure that you are not overlooked or mistreated within the system.
We pride ourselves on being approachable, understanding, and professional. Whether your issue relates to parole, recall, healthcare, or treatment within prison, we are here to guide you through the legal process with clarity and compassion.
Legal Aid and Private Representation
In many Prison Law cases, Legal Aid is available to cover your legal costs, depending on the type of case and your circumstances. If you are not eligible for Legal Aid, we offer clear and affordable private funding options. Our team will explain all costs upfront and ensure there are no hidden fees.