Public Order Defense

Overview

Public order offenses under Czech criminal law include serious hooliganism, violent rioting, obstruction of officials, and incitement. These charges frequently arise in connection with football matches, political demonstrations, and large public gatherings. While some incidents are relatively minor, others can result in serious criminal charges and lengthy sentences.

Foreign nationals who are arrested in connection with public order incidents in Czech Republic can face particular difficulties — language barriers, the risk of pre-trial detention, and potential deportation. Even where the initial incident seems minor, the criminal procedure can escalate quickly.

Our Representation

We represent clients in public order proceedings at all stages. Our legal assistance includes:

• advice immediately after arrest at a public order incident
• challenging pre-trial detention
• defense in hooliganism and rioting cases
• review of police video and photo evidence
• challenging the identification of clients in crowd situations
• representation at trial and sentencing
• appeals against conviction or disproportionate sentence

We carefully examine the evidence, particularly footage and witness accounts, to ensure clients are not convicted on the basis of mistaken identity or overbroad police action.

Foreign Clients

Foreign sports fans and visitors are sometimes caught up in public order incidents during events in the Czech Republic. We provide immediate assistance in English, Polish, French, and German and help navigate both criminal proceedings and any related entry ban proceedings.