Nov 21
Why Should I Hire a Sexual Assault Lawyer?
All sexual assault offences are serious. You can be sentenced to jail, be subject to a s. 161 order which restricts your freedoms and you may have to register yourself on the Sex Offender Registry. Beyond the punishment you may receive from the criminal courts, the personal and professional impacts…
Nov 21
Should I Take a Plea Deal for an Impaired Driving Charge?
When you are charged with a criminal offence, a plea deal is sometimes a tempting offer. An early guilty plea offer for impaired driving charges can also be tempting since entering stream A will allow you to have your driver’s licence (you are eligible for stream A if you enter a guilty plea within 90 days of your arrest date).
Nov 21
What is a Preliminary Hearing?
A preliminary hearing is a hearing held by the court to determine if there is sufficient evidence for a case to go to trial. The test is whether there is sufficient evidence that a jury properly instructed could convict. The trial judge does not weigh the evidence, but considers whether the Crown’s case, at its highest, is sufficient for committal.
Nov 21
How do I Defend my Failure to Appear in Court?
If you have missed court, there may be a bench warrant for your arrest. The Crown, and the Court, have limited recourse if you missed your court appearance, which include, either a bench summons, an adjournment to another court appearance, or a bench warrant.
Nov 21
Kitchener Bail Hearing Lawyers
Lockyer Zaduk Zeeh are Kitchener bail hearing lawyers. We place substantial emphasis on our client’s freedom whether that is during the bail hearing phase or on a bail review. We work with you and your sureties to ensure you have the best chance…
Nov 18
Can I Beat a Refusal Charge?
A refusal charge (or fail to provide a breath sample) is a criminal charge which carries the same consequences as if you were charged with an impaired or an ‘over 80’. This includes a driving suspension, a fine, and even the possibility of a jail sentence.
