Cases tagged as Assaults

• R. v. J.B.2025

  The client was charged with two counts of uttering threats, extortion, assault, two counts of mischief, robbery, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. The client had no criminal record prior to being charged. The allegations were originally domestic in nature and resulted from a verbal altercation between the client and the complainant. The allegations also involved am altercation in relation to a cell phone that the client purchased for the complainant. The client was later charged with two counts of criminal harassment, obstruction, and two counts of failure to comply with a release order. To assist in the resolution of the matter, the client attended counselling sessions regularly and also completed courses for domestic violence and anger management. Initially, the prosecutor was seeking a jail sentence for these criminal charges, as they were serious and repetitive. The client gave me instructions to try to resolve for a guilty plea to probation. The client plead guilty to two counts of assault (one of which being a lesser included offence to robbery), two counts of uttering threats, one count of criminal harassment, and one count of failing to comply with a release order. The rest of the charges were withdrawn. The client received probation only, no jail.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. N.S.2025

  The client was charged with assault with a weapon and uttering threats. The allegation was domestic in nature. On the first court date, the charges were withdrawn and my client was left with no convictions and no criminal record.

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• R. v. J.M.2025

  The client was charged with assault, criminal harassment, and two counts of intimidation. This was a domestic allegation. The client was alleged to have reputedly called the complainant, and followed her in his vehicle. He was also alleged to have grabbed her arm. In the end, I was able to have all of the charges dropped. This left my client with no criminal record and no convictions.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. D.H.2025

  The client was charged with uttering threats, assault with a weapon, and three counts of assault by choking. The allegations were domestic in nature. The complainant alleged that my client had assaulted her multiple times, dating back many years. On the date of my client's arrest, my client and the complainant had a verbal altercation. She subsequently made the false allegations against my client. Though it is relatively unheard of, I was able o have all charges dropped against my client in the first few court appearances, and without a peace bond. This left my client with no criminal record and no convictions.

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• R. v. M.S.2025

  The client was charged with assault, theft under $5000.00 and damage to property under $5000.00. The allegation arose from an incident at a grocery store. The client was alleged to have left the store without paying for merchandise. He was confronted by a loss prevention officer, who then assaulted the client. This lead to my client defending himself. My client was injured. I was able to point the prosecutor to issues with the evidence against the client. That was enough to convince the prosecutor to withdraw the charges against my client in exchange for a peace bond. This left my client without criminal convictions for these charges.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. R.H.2025

  The client was charged with assault, uttering threats, unlawful confinement, and assault by choking. The allegation was domestic in nature. Prior to the incident, the client had no criminal record or involvement with police. The client attended counselling for domestic violence and anger management. Though at first the prosecution was not willing to resolve the matter without leaving the client with a criminal record, after much negotiating, I was The client also attended couple's counselling with the complainant to further address the issue. Due to the client's extensive counselling and contributions to his religious community, I was able to convince the prosecutor to resolve the matter by way of a peace bond with counselling conditions. The client entered into a 24-month peace bond and the charges were withdrawn. The client was left with no convictions and no criminal record.

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• R. v. K.S.2025

  The client was charged with assault. The allegation was domestic in nature and arose during an argument between the client and his girlfriend. I was able to resolve the matter for the client by having the prosecutor agree to allow him into the Mental Health Diversion Program. The client successfully completed the requirements of the Mental Health Diversion program and the charge was withdrawn. The client was left with no conviction and no criminal record.

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• R. v. M.S.2024

  The client was charged with assault. The client was intoxicated by alcohol. The criminal charge of assault came up because the client took an Uber and was alleged to have assaulted the driver. I worked diligently and made persuasive arguments to the prosecution. They agreed with my arguments and dropped the charge. This left the client with no criminal record and no conviction.

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• R. v. G.H.2024

  The client was charged with assault in the context of a domestic relationship. The allegation was that the client and the complainant got into a verbal then physical altercation. The complainant alleged an assault. However, in reviewing the evidence, I was able to point the prosecutor to several issues with their case. They agreed, and the charge was dropped. This left my client with no criminal and no conviction.

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• R. v. A.K.2024

  The client was charged with assault and mischief to property under $5000.00. The allegation occurred while the client was intoxicated by alcohol. I assisted the client with getting into the appropriate treatment and counselling. This assisted with me resolving the file so that the charges were dropped (withdrawn) and the client was left with no criminal record and no conviction.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. M.W.2024

  The client was charged with assault with a weapon and assault by choking. At the time of the allegation, the client was struggling. The client was so good at doing what I needed him to do to best be able to assist him. I was able to convince the prosecutor to drop the charges if the client agreed to a peace bond. The client agreed. The charges were withdrawn (dropped) and the client was left with no conviction and no criminal record.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. M.P.2024

  The client was charged with uttering threats, forcible confinement, and failure to comply with a protection order. The allegation was that the client breached the conditions of the protection order by sending a text to the complainant . The other false allegations were made by the complainant and arose out of a domestic dispute. I reviewed the evidence in detail. I had the client provide me with his version of events and accompanying documentation. I was able to convince a prosecutor to agree to drop the charges if the client agreed to a 6 month common law peace bond. This left my client with no criminal record and no conviction. It was an important outcome not only because the client was not guilty, but because these criminal charges could have had a very serious impact on his family law file.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. H.S.2024

  The client was charged with assault and breaking and entering with intent to commit an indictable offence. The allegations arose following a physical altercation at a parking lot involving approximately 10-15 other individuals. It was alleged that later, the parties ended up at a residence and there was an interaction at the residence. I worked to ensure that the prosecutor was aware of the fact that we were waiting for outstanding disclosure and I made sure to send requests for the same. Thereafter, the prosecutor agreed to enter a Stay of Proceedings. This means that the charges were dropped. These were serious charges that could have meant jail time if convicted. My client was left without a record and without a conviction.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. G.S.2024

  The client was charged with assault and sexual assault. This was a domestic related allegation. If the client were to be convicted of these charges he would have faced immigration consequences. The stakes were very high. I worked with the client to prepare the best possible defence. This was a very complex case that required a lot of work in organizing a strategy for my discussions with the prosecutor. I met with the prosecutor and reviewed the evidence I had that would support my client's innocence. The prosecutor agreed with my review and agreed to drop the charges outright (withdrawal). This was the best possible outcome for the client. This left him without a criminal record and without a conviction.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v D.S.2024

  The client was charged with assault and choking. A physical altercation took place between the client and his partner following a verbal argument. The client had a very good defence to the charges. Thankfully, I was able to have the conditions of no contact with the complainant removed and the complainant eventually told the police the truth - that no assault took place. This assisted me in having both charges against the client withdrawn (dropped). This left my client without a conviction for the two charges of assault and choking.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v M.D.2024

  The client was charged with aggravated assault and assault with a weapon. The allegation was that the client took a knife and cut the complainant, causing serious injuries. There were significant delays in the police charging the client. The police also failed to retain parts of the file that were destroyed/went missing. Despite that, they charged my client. I reviewed the extensive disclosure. The allegation was very complex because there were so many people involved. The disclosure was hundreds of pages and the statements taken were hours and hours long. I reviewed everything in detail, and then prepared a detailed request for additional outstanding disclosure. Once I did that, the prosecutor then directed a Stay of Proceedings, meaning they withdrew the charges against the client. This left the client without a conviction and without a criminal record. Had the client been convicted he would have faced a lengthy amount of time in jail. This was avoided, thankfully.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. M.A.2024

  The client was charged sexual interference with a minor. This was a very low level allegation meaning the facts of the case were not that serious. If the client had been found guilty or plead guilty to this charge, there would be a mandatory minimum jail sentence. I was able to negotiate with the prosecutor so that the client was only charged with simple assault instead of sexual interference (assault) with a minor. The client plead guilty to the simple assault charge, and the sexual interference charge was withdrawn (dropped). The prosecutor asked the judge to give the client a criminal record (probation). I prepared written submissions that I gave to the judge and asked the judge to sentence the client to a conditional discharge. The judge agreed with me, and the client was given a conditional discharge. This means that after 3 years it is as if the client was not convicted. This was a great outcome for this young client who was originally facing jail time.

  Assaults Sexual Interference

• R. v. M.M.2024

  The client was charged with uttering threats and assaulting a peace officer. He also received a ticket for public intoxication. The charges arose after the client had an altercation with the police. I waited to receive full disclosure before I then put together my assessment of it. I met with the prosecutor to show them why I thought that the charges against my client had to be dropped (withdrawn). This was because the police did not have the authority to arrest the client. I proposed that the charges get dropped. The prosecutor agreed to do so if the client paid a fine for the ticket for drinking alcohol in public. This meant that my client had no criminal record and no convictions.

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• R. v. C.G.2024

  The client was charged with assault causing bodily harm following a physical altercation with his ex-partner. The version of events between the client and the complainant were different. The client gave me instructions to enter a not guilty plea and set the matter for trial. I did so, and a trial date was set. Prior to trial, the prosecutor agreed to stay the proceedings (drop the charge) against the client. This meant that the client would have no criminal record and no conviction for what was a very serious offence as it was assault causing bodily harm, which meant the injuries to the complainant were serious.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. C.V.2024

  The client was charged with assault with a weapon following an altercation between herself and the complainant. The allegation was serious because it involved a weapon. I worked closely with the client who did what I asked her to do, which helped me to help her. I then proposed a resolution to the prosecution that the charge be dropped (withdrawn) if my client agreed to a peace bond. My client agreed to the peace bond with very minimal conditions to not contact the complainant, and the charge was dropped. This left my client without a conviction and without a criminal record.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. G.S.2024

  My client was the complainant on a file. I was hired to provide Independent Legal Advice and to assist with ensuring that the client's wishes were given to the prosecutor. In the end, the client was pleased with the outcome of the matter as it related to the person who was charged with the offence, as the charge was dropped. That is what the complainant wanted. Oftentimes people do not realize that in domestic situations, the police typically charge the accused even if the complainant doesn't want to have the person charged. This is where I can help with providing advice and assistance.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. J.U.2024

  My client faced a domestic assault charge. The incident involved her partner, who was also charged following their altercation. As her lawyer, I guided her through the necessary steps to strengthen her defence, which included completing specific tasks and reviewing the evidence collected by the police. Upon careful analysis, it became clear that the prosecution's case was weak. I negotiated with the prosecutor, successfully arguing for the charge to be withdrawn. The charge was dropped on our first court appearance, preserving my client's clean criminal record and protecting her employment.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. M.C.2024

  In the case where my client faced charges of making harassing communications, the circumstances revealed that the complainant's actions had provoked my client. I worked with my client to then use the information to successfully persuade the prosecutor to divert the charge, effectively moving the matter out of the justice system. This diversion required my client to fulfill specific obligations, which were completed diligently. I then represented my client in court, leading to the complete withdrawal of the charge. As a result, my client was left without a criminal record or conviction, maintaining their clean legal standing.

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. C.D.2024

  The client was charged with two counts of domestic assault against family members. The allegations were serious. At first, the prosecutor was not agreeable to resolve the matter without a conviction for the client. However, over time, I had the client complete counselling and other things which helped me to then convince the prosecutor to drop (withdraw) both charges and agree to a peace bond. This is relatively unheard of when the first offer from the prosecutor is for a conviction. However, with the effort that I put into the file, I was able to get the best possible outcome for the client. This left him without any convictions (criminal record).

  Assaults Threats Harassment

• R. v. N.H.2024

  The client was charged with domestic assault following an argument and physical altercation with his wife. The allegation was serious. At first, the prosecutor was not agreeable to resolve the matter without a conviction for the client. However, over time, I had the client complete counselling and other things which helped me to then convince the prosecutor to drop (withdraw) the criminal charge of assault, and agree to a peace bond. This is relatively unheard of when the first offer from the prosecutor is for a conviction. However, with the effort that I put into the file, I was able to get the best possible outcome for the client. This left him without a conviction (criminal record).

  Assaults Threats Harassment