Getting behind the wheel of a vehicle – car, truck, motorcycle or any other motorized vehicle – after consuming alcohol is a serious crime. Drinking and driving is sometimes called driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI), and involves operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) level of at least 0.08 percent. However, even a small amount of […]
Weapons offences are taken very seriously in Ontario and throughout Canada. Conviction on some weapons charges can result in a mandatory three-year jail sentence. If you are charged with a weapons offence, you need a criminal defence lawyer who understands the laws and can effectively defend you against these charges. Southern Ontario Gun Charges Lawyers We understand how these charges […]
Penalties faced for a DUI offense depend on several factors, including: Driver’s BAC. Driver’s status as a novice driver, commercial driver or fully licensed driver. Driver’s previous DUI record. Driver’s home province. Whether an injury or death occurred because of the driver’s actions. Impaired driving does not only refer to drunk driving. It can also refer to driving while under the influence […]
After an arrest, a criminal defendant will appear before a judge to determine whether the defendant should be released on bail or held in jail. This can be done at a bail hearing or combined with an arraignment which is where a formal reading of the charges is made. If the judge decides to allow the defendant to be released […]
We have defended numerous individuals who have been targeted by the Toronto Police Service’s Gun and Gang Task Force. Most recently, we defended an Accused involved in Project Fusion. Project Fusion In 2010, we represented an Accused who was arrested as one of numerous suspects in a police round up known as “Project Fusion” – A multi-jurisdictional operation – led […]
Introduction The use of firearms and other weapons is regulated by the firearms act. It is illegal to be in possession of unlicensed gun or any other weapon. The law is against selling or trading of weapons without permission from security agencies. The mandate of regulating the circulation of firearms is purely for the security agencies. Sometimes, a person may get […]
FIREARM & WEAPONS OFFENCE Prosecutors aggressively pursue weapon and gun crime charges. If you have been arrested or accused of committing a crime involving a weapon or firearm, it is important to get experienced legal counsel to protect your legal rights. Law is well-versed in the criminal laws that regulate weapon use and possession, and keep up to date on […]
Addiction is a disease that affects your brain and behavior. When you’re addicted to drugs, you can’t resist the urge to use them, no matter how much harm the drugs may cause. Drug addiction isn’t about just heroin, cocaine, or other illegal drugs. You can get addicted to alcohol, nicotine, opioid painkillers, and other legal substances. At first, you may choose to take a drug because you like the way it […]
Bail Hearings When a court holds a bail hearing, it determines how much bail applies to a specific case. Courts do not always have to allow bail, and can deny it if allowed by state law. When the court determines bail amounts or whether to deny bail, it weighs a variety factors: Flight Risk. Some defendants pose a higher flight risk […]
Regrettably, most people do not realize what serious implications allegations of domestic assault can have on all parties involved. If you have been charged with this type of criminal offence, you will need an experienced counselor to take up your case right away. This can save you a great deal of hassle and possibly the distortion of your life as […]