How much do the costs of criminal litigation come to? I have an investigation coming up, and I would also like to know in what order I should respond.

The costs of criminal litigation vary depending on the stage to which the case proceeds, and the cost structure is divided according to whether it is at the investigation stage or the trial stage.

Rather than being set as a lump sum from the outset, the costs of criminal litigation often arise in stages according to the progress of the case.

First, at the police investigation stage, organizing statements, responding to the investigation, and reviewing evidence are central, and the costs of criminal litigation at this stage consist of initial-response costs.

If the case is concluded at this stage, the overall cost burden can be relatively limited.

On the other hand, where the case is referred to the prosecution or is indicted and proceeds to trial, the costs of criminal litigation can increase as trial preparation, establishing a defense strategy, and responding to witness examination are added.

Therefore, it is realistic to understand that the costs of criminal litigation vary depending on how far the case proceeds.

As you asked, before the investigation it is important to respond in the following order.

1. Organizing the circumstances of the case
Organizing, in chronological order, when, where, and in what situation it occurred

2. Securing evidence
Checking objective materials such as messages, call records, and CCTV

3. Setting the direction of your statement
Checking in advance the parts that could be unfavorable or misunderstood

4. Preparing to respond to the investigation
Organizing answers to anticipated questions and reviewing the manner of response

Because in criminal cases the initial statement is often reflected as is in the subsequent investigation and trial, it is very important to organize the flow of the case and the direction of response before the investigation.

Ultimately, although the costs of criminal litigation vary depending on the stage of the case, what matters more than cost is the initial response, and the outcome of the case and the overall burden can vary greatly depending on whether you prepare before the investigation.