The Criminal Defence Solicitors

Criminal Defence

Driscoll Young Solicitors is the largest provider of criminal defence services in Gwent.  We have a large team who have a wealth of knowledge and experience in helping clients achieve the right result.

We deal with all matters ranging from motoring law through to the most serious cases before the Crown Court.  We are also experienced in dealing with Local Authority environmental prosecutions, Proceeds of Crime and appeals.  Matters can be funded privately or via legal aid when available.  We are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year.

If you need help urgently please do not hesitate to call our office on 01633 266 999 (24hrs).  Police Station attendances for interview are covered by Legal Aid regardless of your means.

Services

Drug Offences

We deal with all types of drug cases from the smallest possession charge up to large scale international supply.

Sexual Offences

All are serious allegations and require a robust defence representation. Visit to see how our team can help.

Theft & Fraud

Theft or fraud charges can be made negatively affecting personal or business reputation. See how we can help today.

Murder / Manslaughter

We leave no stone unturned in the aim of securing justice for the accused when it comes to murder/manslaughter. 

Public Order Offences

Challenging a public order allegation can be a complex matter. Visit to see how our legal expertise can help.

Early Release Provisions 2026

We explain the Sentencing Act 2026 release changes, driving disqualification issues and what prisoners and families need to know

Road Traffic Offences

If facing a potential driving conviction we can help with our specialists in motoring law who are ready to help.

Assaults

Common assault, GBH and ABH is a complex area of law, see how our team can help you now.

What People Say About Us

  • I honestly couldn’t recommend David highly enough. He was professional, knowledgeable and incredibly reassuring throughout what was a very stressful... read more

    Jaime C Avatar Jaime C
    September 26, 2026

    I would like to say a huge thank you to Paul Morris for his help and representation during what was... read more

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    September 25, 2026

    Oliver Jenkins Really good and helpful the whole way through good communication on point very good at his job 5 ... read more

    Joe Bick Avatar Joe Bick
    September 23, 2026
  • great solicitor very good listener applied himself very well keep me calm and I'm very thankful for his really good... read more

    dai Avatar dai
    September 18, 2026

    Hired Oliver Jenkins for my drug driving offence. He was very professional and got me the minimum sentence possible after... read more

    Holly Bird Avatar Holly Bird
    September 18, 2026

    I had no experience of magistrates’ court and found myself looking at a potential driving ban. Oli is obviously very... read more

    Chris Avatar Chris
    September 18, 2026
  • Everyone at the team has helped me over the 3 years. Ive felt very supported and listened too i was... read more

    Danielle Jacqueline Docker Avatar Danielle Jacqueline Docker
    September 17, 2026

    I would recommend Oliver Jenkins. He was very helpful and professional and made me feel comfortable through out the whole... read more

    Leon Chamberlain Avatar Leon Chamberlain
    September 14, 2026

    I cannot thank Oliver Jenkins , Rhys Davies and Paul morris for all their help

    Mollyann Phelps Avatar Mollyann Phelps
    September 11, 2026
  • Oliver was understanding, amazing and professional couldn’t recommend anymore.

    Jarrad John Avatar Jarrad John
    September 10, 2026

    I’ve used Discor Young Solicitors for criminal defence on multiple occasions, and I honestly couldn’t recommend them highly enough. Mitchell has... read more

    Curly Avatar Curly
    August 27, 2026

    This was the 2nd time we used Mitchell woodman to represent us in court every step of the way he... read more

    Louise Hopkins Avatar Louise Hopkins
    August 27, 2026
  • Absolutely amazing a lady by the name of Leah represented myself 10/10 outstanding

    IAN SMITH Avatar IAN SMITH
    August 27, 2026

    Josh heard leaving a review for Mitchel at Driscoll and young really wanna say he has been a really good... read more

    Rebecca Price Avatar Rebecca Price
    August 25, 2026

    We all know setting out to get arrested was never the plan but in the unfortunate event that you do... read more

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    August 24, 2026

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