Sentencing is one of the most important elements of the criminal justice system. The judge is responsible for determining the appropriate prison sentence under the Criminal Code of Canada and relevant case law.
A skilled lawyer can help to reduce the impact on the defendant’s future, often pushing for case dismissal, charge reduction, acquittal at trial or appealing a conviction.
When an individual is convicted of a crime in Canada, a range of sentencing options may be available to judges.
If you have been charged with a crime in Alberta, it’s important to understand your legal rights and responsibilities both before and after you enter your plea in court. Once you plead guilty to a charge in a court, it is sometimes possible to change your plea providing you meet certain requirements. These requirements usually require legal experience to navigate.
In Canada, a publication ban is sometimes sought to prevent the press from publishing certain details about a criminal case. This can protect the safety or reputation of a victim, witness or other individual involved in criminal justice proceedings, preventing their identity from being broadcast, as well as other information and evidence from the trial.
During your free consultation, we will discuss the allegations, possible outcomes, defences to the charges and legal fees. We will also create a clear path moving forward so you completely understand what to expect.