In Canada, the right to defend yourself or your property is governed by the self-defence and defence-of-property provisions in the Criminal Code, which require that any force used be reasonable and necessary in the circumstances.
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.
The relevant evidence gathered against the accused is assembled into a package known as “disclosure”.
The concept of solicitor-client privilege is a crucial legal principle that enables clients to confide in their lawyers with sensitive information. Given its significance to the client-lawyer relationship, it is essential for individuals to have a clear understanding of solicitor-client privilege.
If you’re charged with a criminal offence in Canada, the Crown prosecution must prove that you acted voluntarily to secure a conviction. Sometimes, if the actions you took were due to certain circumstances that left you with no other realistic choice, the defence of necessity can be used by a criminal defence lawyer to explain your actions during your case.
Criminal offences in Canada are generally classified as summary or indictable but there is a third category called hybrid offences.
Most people have probably heard of the term “alibi”. It means “elsewhere” (in Latin) and it’s used in criminal law to defend an accused person against allegations that he/she committed a crime by claiming that he/she was elsewhere at the time of the commission of the offence.
While a motive is not always needed when proving that a suspect has committed the crime in question (many people get convicted of crimes without proving motive), it often provides relevant circumstantial evidence that a judge or jury needs to consider and that can count towards a conviction.
Most people have probably heard of the term “alibi”. It means “elsewhere” (in Latin) and it’s used in criminal law to defend an accused person against allegations that he/she committed a crime by claiming that he/she was elsewhere at the time of the commission of the offence.
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.