Calgary Criminal Defense FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Being accused of a criminal offence is a frightening and stressful experience. In order to properly defend yourself, you must understand your rights, court procedures and legal terminology. Here you will find a collection of frequently asked questions that may assist you in deciding how to best approach your case. The information provided is not intended to substitute legal advice.

If you have been charged with a criminal offence, you need an experienced and highly-skilled defence lawyer by your side.

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Bail

What are bail conditions?

When an accused person has been charged with a criminal offence and given judicial interim release (bail), they are generally [...]

Bail

On what grounds can a judge deny bail?

A judge can deny bail in certain circumstances found in section 515 of the Criminal Code... [...]

Legal Terminology

Accused Person: A person charged with a criminal offence. Accessory: A person that helps someone else commit a crime, either [...]

Uttering Threats

How do I get my uttering threats charge dropped?

People often do not realize the significant consequences of making a threat. Many times, threats are made out of frustration [...]

Theft

How do I get my theft charge dropped?

Theft is defined generally as taking another’s property without lawful authority to do so. Depending on the monetary value of [...]

Mischief

How do I get my mischief charge dropped?

Under the Criminal Code of Canada, there are many forms of mischief related to property. Generally, mischief occurs when a [...]

Fraud

How do I get my fraud charge dropped?

Fraud is defined generally as when a person, by deceit, falsehood or other fraudulent means defrauds any individual or the [...]

Domestic Assault

How do I get my domestic assault charge dropped?

Many people believe that if the complainant recants or indicates they don’t want to proceed with criminal charges, that the [...]

Dangerous Driving

How do I get my dangerous driving charge dropped?

The most important first step getting your dangerous driving charge dropped is to hire a criminal defence lawyer with experience [...]

Alternative Measures Program (AMP)

How do I get into the Alternative Measures Program?

Some individuals charged with minor criminal offences will be fortunate enough to have their matter pre-screened for the Alternative Measures [...]

Hiring A Defence Lawyer

How do I choose a defence lawyer?

How do I choose a defence lawyer? When charged with a criminal offence, it is highly important that you speak [...]

Drug Offences

How do I beat my drug charges?

The vast number of drug charges arise after police conduct a search of a person, their vehicle or home. Despite [...]

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