Criminal Law

Colombia's criminal justice system operates under the accusatory model established by Law 906 of 2004, where the Fiscalía General de la Nación (Attorney General's Office) leads investigations and brings charges before criminal courts. For foreigners and expats in Medellín, understanding this system is critical — pretrial detention rules are strict, there is no traditional bail system, and a criminal conviction can lead to imprisonment, substantial fines, deportation, and long-term travel restrictions.

At Legal Diligence Medellín, we provide comprehensive criminal defense and advisory services tailored to the needs of foreign nationals, digital nomads, investors, and businesses operating in Colombia. Our bilingual criminal lawyers handle cases ranging from financial crimes and money laundering investigations to cybercrime, fraud, extortion, and frozen financial account recovery — areas where expats and international businesses are particularly vulnerable.

Whether you are facing a criminal investigation by the Fiscalía, need to respond to a suspicious transaction report filed with the UIAF (Colombia's Financial Intelligence Unit), or require a criminal compliance program for your company, our team provides strategic, aggressive representation at every stage of the process. Early legal intervention is essential in Colombia's criminal system, and we are here to protect your freedom and your assets.