Information about Theft over and under $5000 depending on the value of the amount alleged to have been stolen. It is considered a “property offence” and it is not uncommon for an accused person to have multiple counts of theft alleged if the conduct accused of took place over a certain period of time. Theft… Read More…
Posts from February, 2015
Robbery
What is Robbery under the Criminal Code? 343. Every one commits robbery who (a) steals, and for the purpose of extorting whatever is stolen or to prevent or overcome resistance to the stealing, uses violence or threats of violence to a person or property; (b) steals from any person and, at the time he steals… Read More…
Over 80
We have been very successful in defending people charged with blowing over the legal limit. Call us today for a free consultation.
Mischief Over/Under Charges
What is mischief? The definition of mischief is found in the Criminal Code at section 430. Generally mischief occurs when a person does any of the following: (a) destroys or alters property; (b) renders property dangerous, useless, inoperative or ineffective; (c) obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property; or… Read More…
Impaired Driving
For most drivers, the experience of being charged under one of Ontario’s strict driving laws: Impaired driving, “Over 80? and impaired care or control, is often only made worse once the realities of the consequences of conviction or a plea of guilty set-in. The consequences can be extremely severe and can include: Driving Prohibition (which… Read More…
Drug Charges
Under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, there are various criminal charges that can arise from the possession or trafficking in drugs and controlled substances. The level of severity of a drug charge is based on many different factors including the quantity and type of drug, and the alleged intended purpose of its use. Drug… Read More…
Break and Enter
Under the law, know that you may have several valid defenses to your break and enter charge, including the violation of your rights under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Entering a plea of guilty to a charge of break and enter can have profoundly serious consequences. The stigma of a criminal record, the hardship… Read More…