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We analyse the material used to assess your suitability, check for errors in the risk categories applied under national vetting guidance, and highlight any inaccurate or outdated information. Where the decision does not meet the required standard of fairness or proportionality, we prepare detailed appeal submissions to seek reinstatement of your vetting.

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Specialist Lawyers For Your Police Vetting Appeals

When your police vetting is refused, you are rarely given a full explanation, yet the impact is immediate: offers withdrawn, suspensions, careers put on hold. A successful appeal can be the difference between losing your role and restoring your future.
At Legisia, we analyse the vetting file, test the decision against the Vetting Code of Practice and authorised professional practice, and build a focused appeal that challenges unfair risk

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Our Legal Approach

When a police vetting refusal threatens your role or application, you need more than a template letter. These are the situations we work on every day and how we deal with them.

  • 1. Refusals Based on Old Allegations
    We obtain the vetting rationale and local intelligence, test whether the information is accurate, current and fair, and show why historic, unproven matters no longer justify a risk rating.
  • 2. Vetting After Cautions or Convictions
    We explain the true context of the record, evidence rehabilitation, and argue that the force’s approach to risk, time passed and conduct since is disproportionate to the role you hold or seek.
  • 3. Alleged Non-Disclosure or Dishonesty
    We review your forms, interviews and records line by line, address any inconsistencies, and show whether an alleged omission was genuine error rather than a deliberate attempt to mislead.
  • 4. Concerns About Family or Associations
    Where partners, relatives or associates are treated as a risk factor, we challenge assumptions made about influence and vulnerability, and set out the real boundaries and safeguards in your life.
  • 5. Financial Risk and Vulnerability Cases
    If debts or money problems are cited, we look at their scale, how they arose, and what has changed, then present a clear plan showing stability, reduced pressure and lower exposure to coercion.

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We pride ourselves on being approachable, responsive, and deeply invested in our clients’ success. Our mission is simple to: to protect your rights, provide clarity in difficult times, and help you move forward with confidence.

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When police vetting is refused, you need lawyers who understand both the Vetting Code and the police systems behind the decision. At Legisia, we specialise in criminal records, DBS and locally held data – the same material forces rely on when assessing risk. We have helped hundreds of professionals challenge unfair entries. In police vetting appeals we obtain the full file, expose weak assumptions, and present a structured case that meets APP standards and speaks directly to your role and career.

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When police vetting is refused, you need lawyers who understand both the Vetting Code and the police systems behind the decision. At Legisia, we specialise in criminal records, DBS and locally held data – the same material forces rely on when assessing risk. We have helped hundreds of professionals challenge unfair entries. In police vetting appeals we obtain the full file, expose weak assumptions, and present a structured case that meets APP standards and speaks directly to your role and career.

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About Legisia Legal Services
Matt Elkins

Director | Solicitor

Matt Elkins is the Director of Legisia Legal Services and a Solicitor Advocate with over 17 years of experience helping professionals clear police records, challenge DBS disclosures, and defend against regulatory investigations. He holds Higher Rights of … Read More

Myriam Rubi

Office manager | NMC and HCPC Qualified

Myriam Rubi is the first point of contact for most clients at Legisia. She manages Legisia’s operations and client care. As a qualified mental health nurse registered with the NMC and HCPC, she understands the unique pressures professionals face when … Read More

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We offer a fixed fee initial telephone consultation where we will assess your case in detail. We will send you a detailed written advice advising you on your prospects of success.

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    The North Colchester Business Centre
    340 The Crescent, Colchester
    Essex, CO4 9AD
    Cases are conducted nationwide & internationally
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    50 Liverpool Street, London EC2M 7PY

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Initial Enquiries and Consultation Policy

Whilst we welcome initial enquiries;

  • Please do not send a detailed case summary by email prior to consultation.

  • We are unable to give legal advice by email alone.

  • Following an enquiry, your initial telephone call will confirm whether your matter falls within the scope of our services. If, following this initial call, you wish to speak with a solicitor, you will be required to book a fixed-fee initial consultation.

  • During this consultation, we will provide clear legal advice on your position and a written report setting out your prospects of success.

  • Please include a telephone number with your enquiry so we can contact you directly.

Fees and Legal Aid

  • The initial telephone call  is not charged. Fees are only incurred once a fixed-fee initial consultation with a solicitor is booked.
  • After this initial consultation, if your case has merit, we will offer you a detailed written advice with clearly explained costs.
  • In most cases we offer fixed fees, unfortunately we do not offer legal aid.
  • Some more complex cases may require a slightly higher fixed fee, whereas for more straightforward cases, the costs will be lower.