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Criminal charges

NAS79483

We are distraught  . My 26 yr old Autistic Son has been charged with a criminal offence . We meet with Solicitor soon .  Where can he and us parents get support from ? I don’t know where to turn ? It’s all a mess . This is after 3 years of waiting for a decision 

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  • NAS79483 said:
    Hi, I am not asking for legal advice, just some support of some kind on a personal stress level of it all .

    Please accept my apologies - I had misunderstood the nature of your question.

    You might find this free service helpful. In their own words:

    "The Prisoners’ Families Helpline can support you if you have a family member who is in contact with the criminal justice system in England and Wales. We provide advice and information on all aspects of the justice system, from what happens when a loved one is arrested, to visiting a prison, to preparing for release.

    Our team is made up of highly trained, skilled staff and volunteers with professional and personal experience of the criminal justice system. They can provide practical information, emotional support, and refer you to additional support should you need it.

    This is a free, confidential service - you do not have to give your name if you do not want to, and any information you do give us is kept confidential. "

    The National Prisoners’ Families Helpline

    You might also find it helpful to register with the NAS's free service:

    NAS - Parent to Parent Emotional Support Helpline

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  • NAS79483 said:
    Hi, I am not asking for legal advice, just some support of some kind on a personal stress level of it all .

    Please accept my apologies - I had misunderstood the nature of your question.

    You might find this free service helpful. In their own words:

    "The Prisoners’ Families Helpline can support you if you have a family member who is in contact with the criminal justice system in England and Wales. We provide advice and information on all aspects of the justice system, from what happens when a loved one is arrested, to visiting a prison, to preparing for release.

    Our team is made up of highly trained, skilled staff and volunteers with professional and personal experience of the criminal justice system. They can provide practical information, emotional support, and refer you to additional support should you need it.

    This is a free, confidential service - you do not have to give your name if you do not want to, and any information you do give us is kept confidential. "

    The National Prisoners’ Families Helpline

    You might also find it helpful to register with the NAS's free service:

    NAS - Parent to Parent Emotional Support Helpline

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