The client was charged with adult assault with a weapon contrary to section 267(a) of the Criminal Code, and adult possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose contrary to section 88(1) of the Criminal Code. Counsel was able to negotiate a mental health diversion during Crown pretrial negotiations. The charges were successfully withdrawn and the client did not have to proceed to trial.
Case Summary
R. v. M. S.
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Charges Withdrawn
Possession of Stolen Property
R. v. R.N.
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 Upon completion, the charge was withdrawn.
Outcome: No youth record, no trial, charge withdrawn completely.
Charges Withdrawn
Theft
R. v. K.D.
The client, a young offender, was charged with theft under $5,000 after store security observed her concealing merchandise and leaving a retail store without paying. We negotiated with the Crown and secured a withdrawal of the charge before trial with no admission of guilt.
Outcome: No youth record, no admission of guilt, charge withdrawn completely.
Charges Withdrawn
Theft, Assault with Intent to Resist Arrest, Possession of Stolen Property
R. v. T.L.
The client faced charges of theft under $5,000, assault with intent to resist arrest, and possession of stolen property after an incident at a retail store. Store security alleged the client concealed items and assaulted a security officer during an attempted arrest. We negotiated with the Crown and secured a withdrawal of all charges before trial with no admission of guilt.
Outcome: No criminal record, no admission of guilt, all charges withdrawn completely.
