Recent Case Summaries

The client, a young offender, was charged with possession of property obtained by crime after police located him and others following a reported break-in attempt. The client had made a statement to police admitting the property in his possession was stolen. Despite the admission, we negotiated a diversion program with the Crown. Upon completion, the charge was withdrawn.

The client was charged with theft under $5,000 after allegedly shoplifting from a retail store. We successfully negotiated a diversion program. Upon completing the program requirements, the Crown withdrew the charge.

The client, a young offender, faced four counts of possession of property obtained by crime after police observed him loading stolen motor vehicle engines into a vehicle during an undercover investigation. We negotiated with the Crown and secured a withdrawal of all charges before trial.

Two clients were jointly charged with failing to provide necessaries of life in relation to an elderly grandmother residing with them. Police responded to a noise complaint and described the residence as being in a deplorable state, with garbage, feces, urine, and bug-infested mattresses throughout. The grandmother, who depended on the clients for care, was allegedly found bruised, malnourished, disoriented, and suffering from physical injuries. The Crown initially sought a jail sentence. We prepared Charter applications to have the charges stayed due to police misconduct. A trial was avoided and we secured the withdrawal of all charges against both clients.

The client was charged with possession of property obtained by crime and breach of probation after being arrested near a stolen vehicle. We negotiated with the Crown and secured a withdrawal of all charges.

The client was charged with possession of heroin for the purpose of trafficking, possession of a prohibited weapon, possession of proceeds of crime, and carrying a concealed weapon. Police investigated the client following two confidential tips. Officers conducting surveillance alleged they observed the client engage in hand-to-hand transactions with two individuals. Police searched the client and his vehicle, allegedly finding heroin in separate bags, brass knuckles, and cash. We exploited issues with the police investigation and Crown disclosure delays, persuading the Crown not to pursue the charges.