New clients are increasingly looking up their charges and other criminal defence/prosecution information on ChatGPT or other AI platforms. Our immediate response is clear and indecisive. We do not compete with ChatGPT or any other online advice given to a client, and if you wish to retain this law firm, you can take our legal advice from our very experienced professional lawyers or not at all.
This is because when you’re facing a criminal charge, your future is on the line. Prison. Heavy fines. A permanent record. The stakes could not be higher. In this moment, you need more than quick online answers—you need the strategic, experienced guidance of a criminal defence lawyer who knows how to protect you.
While ChatGPT and other AI tools can give general information about the law, they cannot give you legal advice, defend you in court, or tailor a defence strategy to your specific situation. Depending on AI instead of a qualified lawyer is like relying on an online first-aid guide when you need emergency surgery—it’s simply not enough.
1. Your Case Is Unique – AI Doesn’t See the Full Picture
Every criminal matter is different. The smallest detail—how evidence was collected, the exact words a police officer used, or whether a witness is credible—can make or break your case. An experienced lawyer knows how to uncover those details and use them to your advantage. ChatGPT can only respond to what you type, and it cannot investigate, verify facts, or interpret the subtleties that may save you.
2. AI Can’t Stand Beside You in Court
A criminal lawyer does more than explain the law—they fight for you. They challenge the prosecution’s evidence, cross-examine witnesses, and negotiate directly with prosecutors. AI can’t walk into a courtroom, speak to a judge, or convince a jury.
3. Lawyers Have Legal Duties – AI Doesn’t
Your lawyer is bound by strict professional standards: confidentiality, loyalty, and competence. They are accountable for the advice they give you. AI has no such duties—and no liability if it’s wrong. In criminal law, “wrong” can mean losing your freedom.
4. Criminal Law Changes Constantly
An experienced criminal lawyer stays up to date on new legislation, court decisions, and sentencing trends. They know the tendencies of local prosecutors and judges. ChatGPT’s information may be outdated or incomplete, and in criminal defence, an outdated answer can be fatal to your case.
5. The Consequences Are Too Serious to Risk
A criminal conviction can follow you for life—affecting your job, travel, family, and reputation. There are no “do-overs” in court. The only way to ensure every opportunity is used in your defence is to have a skilled lawyer guiding you from day one.
6. Negotiation and Judgment Are Human Skills
Many criminal cases are resolved through negotiation, not trial. This requires human judgment, relationship-building, and the ability to read situations in real time. No AI can replicate that.
Bottom line: ChatGPT is a great educational tool—but it will not save you in court. Criminal defence is about strategy, advocacy, and protecting your rights at every step. Only an experienced criminal lawyer can do that.
If you’ve been charged—or even think you might be—don’t risk your future on guesswork. Call us today. We’ll fight for you.
