These questions come up often, so we provided general answers. For advice on your particular situation, contact us today.
What does it mean if I was arrested and released without being charged
If you were arrested and released without being charged with a criminal offence, the police might still be investigating you. Being released doesn’t mean you won’t be charged with a criminal offence. You should get legal advice from a criminal lawyer about police methods of operation. Call us for legal advice from an experienced criminal defence lawyer.
Do I need a lawyer if I’m thinking of pleading guilty?
If you are charged with a criminal offence, you need an experienced criminal lawyer working for you. Before you make any decisions about how to plead, you should get legal advice from an experienced criminal lawyer. Our lawyers can review the charges to see if there are weaknesses in the prosecution case, and how they could be used to your advantage. Even if you decide to plead guilty, an experienced criminal defence lawyer will know how to present you and your role in the case in the best way, at the right time, to the right judge. Call us for legal advice from an experienced criminal defence lawyer.
What if the person I’m accused of assaulting wants the charges dropped?
Prosecutors decide when to drop criminal charges, not the alleged victim of a crime. If you’ve been charged with assault and the alleged victim wants the charges dropped, the best thing you can do is talk with an experienced criminal lawyer about what that could mean for the prosecution case. In the meantime, be aware that you may have a bail condition prohibiting you from having any direct or indirect contact with the alleged victim. Call us for legal advice from an experienced criminal defence lawyer.
How will it affect my professional licence if I’m convicted of a crime?
A criminal charge conviction could mean you lose your professional license. You need legal advice from an experienced criminal lawyer. We can develop a coordinated defence strategy for you which includes dealing with your professional regulatory body. Call us for legal advice from an experienced criminal defence lawyer.
How does the Charter of Rights and Freedoms protect me in a criminal case?
Everyone in Canada has constitutional rights guaranteed in the Charter. Sometimes the police violate the Charter rights of someone they suspect of committing a crime. If that has happened you could be entitled to a remedy at your trial, such as the exclusion of incriminating evidence. Get legal advice from an experienced criminal defence lawyer.
