Understanding the issue
Assault allegations can arise from many different circumstances, including intimate-partner disputes. The precise charge, alleged conduct, injuries, witness evidence, prior history and release conditions can all affect the case.
What may require close attention
If you have been ordered not to contact someone or not to attend a particular place, the wording of the release order matters. Do not assume that the other person can simply give you permission to ignore a court-ordered condition. Obtain advice before taking action.
Important: Do not use general website information to decide whether to contact a complainant, attend a location, drive, possess an item, or otherwise act contrary to a release order or court condition.
What to bring to a consultation
Bring your release papers, charging document, court-date information, any disclosure received, and a chronology of the events. Preserve potentially relevant messages, photographs or other records rather than editing or deleting them.
How legal representation may help
Depending on the retainer and stage of the case, work may include reviewing release conditions and disclosure, identifying evidentiary or Charter issues, communicating with the Crown, attending court, discussing resolution options and preparing for motions or trial.
This page is general legal information, not legal advice. Criminal cases are fact-specific and outcomes cannot be guaranteed.
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