Cory Wilson’s significant experience and understanding of the law has earned him the reputation as being one of the premier criminal defence lawyers in Alberta. Through his extensive experience and success, Cory has represented clients in nearly every area of criminal law.
Being accused of a criminal offence is a frightening and stressful experience. It is important that you understand the case against you and all possible defences.
Murder is among the most serious criminal offences a person can face with a potential sentence of life in prison.
Along with murder, manslaughter is among the most serious criminal offences a person can face.
Assault is the intentional application of force to another person without their consent. Domestic assault is no different than an assault generally, except it happens in the context of a relationship such as marriage or dating.
Assault is the intentional application of force to another person without their consent. Even something as minor as a pinch or push can result in being charged with assault.
Impaired driving or DUI refers to criminal charges of operating a vehicle while impaired from alcohol or drugs, driving over 0.08 and refusing to provide a sample of breath.
Sexual offences are incredibly complex and encompass many different charges under the Criminal Code.
Possessing a firearm in Canada is a heavily regulated activity, with the regulations primarily set out in the Criminal Code and Firearms Act.
There are many driving offences both under the Criminal Code and the Traffic Safety Act that carry significant penalties if convicted.
Did you know that simply providing a fake name or a false address to a police officer in Calgary is a criminal offence that can have long-lasting implications?
Cory Wilson is on the forefront of legal challenges and reviews to the Immediate Roadside Sanctions Program and was the first lawyer in Alberta to appeal the process.
Break and enter is a serious indictable offence with lengthy periods of incarceration if convicted.
Robbery is the act of using violence or threats to steal or extort from another person. Essentially, any theft that is carried out with violence or threats of violence is considered robbery.
Cory Wilson has extensive experience in defending individuals charged with fraud including everything from altering price tags to the largest fraud in Canadian history.
Theft is defined generally as taking another’s property without lawful authority to do so. Depending on the monetary value of the theft, an accused may be charged with theft under $5,000 or theft over $5,000.
White collar crimes refer to non-violent financial crimes committed by business and government professionals.
The offence of mischief is broadly defined to cover most circumstances in which a person damages or destroys property that does not belong to them without authority to do so.
Criminal harassment, or “stalking”, as it is commonly referred to, consists of repeated behavior that has the intention of harassing, frightening, annoying, or other actions displaying obsessive and unwanted conduct directed towards another individual without lawful authority.
Arson is a significant offence generally punishable by lengthy periods of jail. There are mainly five categories of arson in the Criminal Code.
Drug offences are found in the Controlled Drug and Substances Act and the Cannabis Act. Cory Wilson has successfully defended countless individuals charged with nearly every drug offence.
Drug possession is the most common drug-related offence. The Crown Prosecutor must prove that the item seized is a controlled substance and that the accused had knowledge and control of the substance.
Possession of a scheduled substance for the purpose of trafficking is most commonly known as drug trafficking. The Crown Prosecutor must prove that the accused had possession of the controlled substance and it was possessed for the purpose of trafficking rather than personal consumption.
Importing illegal drugs into Canada carries significant penalties including substantial fines and lengthy jail time. In addition, being convicted of importation carries with it a lifetime ban from travelling to the United States, among other countries.
Drug manufacturing/production is a serious offence under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
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.
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