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R. v. N.S. [2011] – Client charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance following a traffic stop where police seized a significant amount of marijuana. Client completed onerous diversion program – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. K.Z. [2011] – Client with several co-accused charged with Break and Enter and Possession of Burglar’s Tools. Accused were stopped leaving a school in the early morning in possession of numerous items – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. M.R. [2011] – Police investigation lead to the seizure of over 500 plants of marijuana in various stages of growth from client’s rural home. Alleged street value was several hundred thousand dollars. Client charged with various Drug Production and Trafficking offenses. Crown originally seeking extended jail term. Following many months of discussion, judge accept joint position for house arrest and weekends, allowing client to work during the day and keep his job – CONDITIONAL SENTENCE AND INTERMITTENT SENTENCE
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R. v. M.D. [2011] – Client charged with Assault and Uttering Death Threats relating to confrontation with roommate in shared residence – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. S.S. [2011] – Client charged with Domestic Assault following confrontation with family member. Police provided various photographs alleging significant bruising and injuries. Successfully vary client’s bail after early intervention counseling and Crown eventually agrees to have client sign peace bond – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. C.R. [2011] – Client charged with over a dozen counts of Theft and Fraud relating to allegations of use of customer’s left-behind credit card at restaurant managed by client – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
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R. v. V.A. [2011] – Client charged with Uttering Threats and Mischief following alcohol-fueled attack on restaurant property. Client completes significant alcohol counseling and makes restitution payment to restaurant – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. L.M. [2011] – Client charged with Assault with a Weapon and Uttering Death Threats relating to confrontation with security guard at a hotel. Allegations involved repeated contact and pushing complainant into traffic while client intoxicated – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. R.N. [2011] – Client found guilty of domestic related Assault with a Weapon after alcohol fueled attack on partner. Crown submitted evidence of injuries and bruising – SUSPENDED SENTENCE AND NO JAIL
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R. v. A.E. [2011] – Client charged with Mischief and Break and Enter into a dwelling house after home-owner found client asleep and severely intoxicated in his residence. Following discussion with the Crown, client completed alternative measures diversion program and all charges against my client were withdrawn – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. T.P. [2011] – Client charged with Breach of Trust Theft and Fraud relating to her former position as a cashier at a big-box retailer – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. W.M. [2011] – Client charged with Domestic Assault and Forcible Confinement relating to incident involving ex-girlfriend. Client allegedly attended at place of residence without invitation and refused to leave following altercation – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
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R. v. N.D. [2011] – Client with extensive criminal record involving prior crimes of violence charged with Domestic Assault and four subsequent Breaches of no-contact conditions relating to incident involving ex-girlfriend – due to severity of allegations, Crown originally seeking extended term of imprisonment – NO JAIL – SUSPENDED SENTENCE AND PROBATION
R. v. M.E. [2010] – Client charged with several Fraud related counts including Uttering Forged Documents and Attempted Fraud – client allegedly presented falsified pay stubs, letters of employment, and tax return filings in an attempt to secure a several thousand dollar tax refund – arrested at the scene and video surveillance provided – Crown proceeding by Indictment, client faced possibility of several years imprisonment – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. M.D. [2010] – Client charged with over a dozen counts of Fraud relating to his position as general manager of major retail store – client admits responsibility to police – several personal mitigating factors contributing to client’s behavior – extensive sentencing hearing – Crown asking for jail and restitution - NO JAIL – SUSPENDED SENTENCE AND PROBATION – NO RESTITUTION ORDER
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R. v. L.J. [2010] – Client charged with Domestic Assault - serious allegations involving choking and punching of ex-spouse – client completes comprehensive anger management course set up by through the firm – Crown satisfied and does not request additional PARS program or peace bond – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. T.E. [2010] – Client charged with Assault relating to violent fight with adult son-in-law, where serious injuries alleged – Client has prior history – Client enters into Peace Bond after completing short six session anger management program arranged through the firm – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. L.A. [2010] – Client charged with Drug Possession, Mischief relating to damage to property, and Theft stemming from alcohol induced outburst with several eyewitnesses – No prior criminal history – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
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R. v. O.S. [2010] – Client charged with Break and Enter with Intent and Possession of Burglar’s Tools – Client is arrested at the scene and subsequently provides statement to police - CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. G.T. [2010] – Client charged with multiple counts of Fraud relating to contracting business where client alleged to have intentionally taken deposits for work not completed – Multiple complainants contacted police – Prior incidents also recorded with police - ABSOLUTE DISCHARGE AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. S.P. [2010] – Client charged with Fraud related Uttering Forged Documents and Forgery following two year police investigation relating to presenting forged documents at border and filing false refugee claim – FINE and NO JAIL
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R. v. M.L. [2010] – Charges of Mischief relating to significant property damage – several eyewitnesses – CHARGES WITHDRAWN and NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. B.D. [2010] – Charges of Possession of Controlled Substance – argued that police conduct violating client’s constitutional rights during arrest – CHARGES WITHDRAWN and NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. P.R. [2010] – Client misses court date on Theft Under $5000 charge – bench warrant for arrest issued – client comes into my office six months after warrant – successfully argue for rescision of bench warrant without my client having to attend court or go into custody on the Fail to Appear charge – Theft charge subsequently withdrawn for diversion – CHARGES WITHDRAWN and NO CRIMINAL RECORD
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R. v. B.J. [2010] – Client charged with Fraud Under $5000 relating to cheque cashing activity – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. P.S. [2010] – Client charged with Obstruct Justice relating to computer conduct involving police investigation dealing with serious sexual assault and other charges – evidence issues brought to Crown’s attention – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. A.B. [2010] – Client charged with Assault relating to unprovoked attack on innocent bystander while client intoxicated – client completes alcohol counseling program and enters into peace bond – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
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R.v. M.R. [2010] – Client charged with Domestic Assault relating to an incident involving an ex-girlfriend – client completes anger management counseling as diversion requirement – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. C.S. [2010] – Client charged with violent road rage related Assault – client completes anger management counseling – common law peace bond – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. S.S. [2010] – Client charged with seven counts of Fraud Over $5000, receiving stolen property, Theft and various other charges – two dozen eyewitness accounts including over a dozen video surveillance DVD’s – convince Crown to withdraw all charges except for two minor ones – client pleads to minor charges – significant mitigating factors brought to court’s attention at sentencing hearing – NO JAIL AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
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R. v. P.N. [2009] – Client charge with Possession for the Purpose and Trafficking in crack cocaine – client had 5 page criminal history dating back 20 years – successfully argue police conduct may have resulted in entrapment – following my submissions judge imposes SUSPENDED SENTENCE AND PROBATION
R. v. K.I. [2009] – Client charged with Assault with a Weapon involving a knife – successfully argued acting in self-defence – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. B.F. [2009] – Client charged with Break and Enter into dwelling – prior criminal experience as youth – significant challenges to evidence – SUSPENDED SENTENCE AND PROBATION
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R. v. K.N. [2009] – Client charged with multiple counts of Fraud Under $5000 relating to online credit card phishing scam – client had allegedly made phony website to steal credit card information – significant challenge to police procedure – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. P.G. [2009] – Client charged with Assault police at a concert while being forcibly removed from venue – prior criminal history – CONDITIONAL DISCHARGE
R. v. J.J. [2009] – Client charged with possession of prohibited weapon and Assault police – successful challenge to police procedure and conduct – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
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R. v. B.S. [2009] – Client charged with several counts of Domestic Assault and Uttering Death Threats – spouse calls 911 and provides video statement to police – client found guilty of uttering threats – assault charges withdrawn – successfully argue for Absolute Discharge - NO JAIL AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. D.N. [2009] – Youth client charged with serious Assault Bodily Harm stemming from schoolyard incident – complainant suffered significant trauma and injuries – client completes counseling and writes apology letter – enters into Peace Bond – permitted back in same school – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. J.W. [2009] – Client charged with Assault Bodily Harm and Mischief stemming from alcohol induced attack on passerby victim on major downtown street; subsequently charged with 4 Breaches of court conditions and Obstruct Police – SUSPENDED SENTENCE AND PROBATION
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R. v. H.D. [2009] – Client charged with Assault relating to incident with bouncer in Toronto entertainment district – several eyewitnesses including police – client significantly intoxicated – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. C.E. [2009] – Client with stellar academic background charged with Domestic Assault relating to partner – client completes anger management diversion - CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
R. v. W.M. [2009] – Client charged with Possession of Controlled Substance – police seize close to a kilogram of marijuana – convinced Crown that police conduct violated client’s constitutional rights – client completes community service – CHARGES WITHDRAWN AND NO CRIMINAL RECORD
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