POLICE AND ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATIONS
Advice from the first contact with investigators.
A criminal investigation may begin with an unexpected telephone call, a request to attend an interview, a search or an arrest. It may then involve identification procedures, the seizure of devices or documents, complex evidence and further interviews.
The decisions made at the outset can affect the course of the investigation and any later proceedings. MCS provides confidential advice, explains the available options and helps individuals, families and companies respond in an informed and measured way.
Responding carefully from the outset
Early advice
A criminal matter may begin without warning: an arrest, a request to attend an interview, a search, or contact from an enforcement agency. Decisions made at this stage can affect the evidence, the direction of the investigation and any later proceedings.
MCS helps clients understand their position, preserve relevant material and respond appropriately to the Police, ICAC, Commercial Crime Bureau and other investigative authorities.
Understanding the investigation and available options
Interviews and evidence
An investigation may involve cautioned interviews, identification procedures, searches, digital devices, financial records and extensive documentary evidence. Each step should be considered in the context of the allegations and the powers of the investigating agency.
Our role is to give practical advice based on the facts and law, identify the issues that matter and help the client make informed decisions throughout the investigation.
Responding to complex or targeted investigations
Specialist investigation agencies
Commercial, financial and corruption investigations may be conducted by specialist units including the Commercial Crime Bureau and the ICAC. These cases frequently involve multiple parties, electronic records and evidence obtained from financial institutions or overseas.
MCS helps our clients understand the scope of the investigation and to preserve evidence which may help the client to defend the charges if the case goes to trial.
For individuals, families and organisations
A coordinated and confidential response
The impact of an investigation is rarely confined to the person under suspicion. Families may need clear information, companies may need to manage records and internal communications, and overseas clients may require coordinated advice in Hong Kong.
MCS provides a discreet point of contact, keeps the client informed and develops a proportionate response suited to the seriousness and complexity of the matter.