Where can I find a lawyer to represent my daughter who is still a minor (theft)?

Questioner

My 17 year old daughter is suspected of robbery with violence. Next Tuesday she has to come for an interview at the police station in Alphen aan den Rijn. It was advised to bring someone. This may also be a lawyer. Can I have a lawyer appointed by you to assist her that Tuesday and in her case? I'll hear from you soon.

Lawyer

Only arrested (minor) suspects are entitled to a free consultation with a lawyer before the interrogation and assistance during the interrogation. If the interrogation is by invitation, this does not apply and assistance is therefore at your own expense. A trick could be for the lawyer to agree with the public prosecutor that she will be arrested shortly before the interrogation and released immediately after the interrogation, so that she is entitled to this free assistance. This can also be a lawyer of your own choice. Especially now that it concerns theft with violence, an offence with a high maximum sentence, assistance is strongly recommended. Tuesday is already a short day, if it is not convenient, there is always a possibility to reschedule the interrogation in consultation with the police.

Questioner

Thank you for your response, would it be useful if I could and may move the hearing?

Lawyer

People often think that the time stated in the invitation is binding, but if the suspect or his lawyer/confidant is unable to attend, the appointment can be rescheduled.