DR. RESCHKE LAW FIRM provides specialized legal assistance and defense in criminal matters involving both domestic and international aspects. The firm represents Bulgarian citizens before investigative authorities and courts in Bulgaria, as well as in criminal proceedings conducted by the authorities of the Federal Republic of Germany and the Republic of Austria.
European Arrest Warrants and International Criminal Proceedings
A substantial part of our practice focuses on proceedings concerning European Arrest Warrants (EAW), mutual legal assistance, extradition, and cross-border criminal investigations.
We advise and defend individuals sought by the German law enforcement authorities in connection with investigations into investment fraud, cybertrading fraud, fraudulent online trading platforms, and so-called "call center" cases (see more here).
In recent years, German prosecutorial and investigative authorities have initiated numerous criminal proceedings against alleged organizers, managers, and employees of call centers suspected of participating in international fraud schemes. In many cases, European Arrest Warrants have been issued against Bulgarian citizens requesting their surrender to the German authorities for the purpose of criminal prosecution.
Our firm provides legal assistance from the earliest stage of the proceedings, including during arrest, execution of a European Arrest Warrant, detention hearings, and surrender proceedings to Germany. We carefully assess every available defense option and develop an individual legal strategy tailored to the specific circumstances of each case.
Defense in Serious Criminal Cases
The firm also provides legal defense in a broad range of criminal proceedings in Bulgaria. We place particular emphasis on cases involving significant factual and legal complexity, where early intervention by an experienced criminal defense lawyer is essential.
We provide defense in cases involving:
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fatal road traffic accidents and cases involving serious bodily injury;
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drug-related offenses and other crimes involving illegal substances;
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online investment fraud and fraudulent trading platforms;
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cybercrime and computer-related offenses;
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unauthorized use of bank cards, ATMs, and electronic payment instruments;
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organized crime and offenses with an international dimension.
Defense During Arrest and Pre-Trial Detention
Where a client is detained by the Bulgarian police, the Public Prosecutor's Office, or pursuant to a European Arrest Warrant, we take immediate legal action to safeguard their rights.
We represent clients during police questioning, investigative measures, and proceedings concerning pre-trial detention and other preventive measures.
Where the statutory requirements are met, we seek the replacement of custodial detention with a less restrictive preventive measure and represent our clients before the competent courts.
Criminal Defense in Germany and International Cooperation
Owing to the firm's international focus, admission to practice law in both Bulgaria and Germany, and extensive experience in cross-border criminal matters, we assist Bulgarian and foreign nationals involved in criminal proceedings in Germany.
We work closely with experienced German criminal defense lawyers and support our clients in their communication with investigating authorities, public prosecutors, courts, and other competent institutions.