Assault
Assault is the intentional application of force without consent or attempting or threating to apply force by an act or a gesture. There is a possibility that you were assaulted first and reacted in self-defense. You need not worry as these charges can be defended in a court of law with the right preparation and knowledge. You need to consult the right lawyer to defend these charges in court and get them dropped.
Being found guilty of assault will result in a criminal record and results in life altering circumstances including possible jail time, a criminal record for life, loss of employment and inability to travel outside Canada.
Domestic Assault
Any act of violence, or application of force that occurs between family members or partners is deemed to be domestic violence, and come within the purview of an assault charge under Criminal Code in Canada.
More often than not, the accused is held for a bail hearing. It is crucial for you to consult an experienced criminal lawyer to prepare a strong bail plan and ensure your release. Freedom is something no individual takes for granted and it is imperative your bail is secured.
Crown prosecutors are hesitant to withdraw domestic assault charges in most circumstances. Preparation and analysis of the evidence against you are the key factors in trying to have the charges withdrawn or reduced.
Domestic assault requires special treatment as often the Crown believes there have been many instances of historical abuse in addition to charges laid. The Crown will often seek an increased penalty as there are grounds to believe of historical assaults over a long time in intimate relationship.
Assault with a Weapon
Everyone who, in committing an assault;
- carries, uses or threatens to use a weapon or an imitation thereof,
- causes bodily harm to the complainant,
is guilty of an indictable offence and liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding ten years or an offence punishable on summary conviction and liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding eighteen months.
Have you been charged with Assault with a weapon? These charges are more serious than a simple assault charge and being convicted could result in jail time. There are instances where a common household object can be deemed to be a weapon. A phone, piece of furniture can all be used as a weapon. It is important to understand the context and circumstances of the charge and structure a defense accordingly. A conviction for the charge of assault with a weapon can cause travel issues with respect to the United States or elsewhere. If charged, arrested, detained or simply under investigation.
Understanding the facts of your case and the circumstances therein help us build the best defense possible to reduce your charges or have them withdrawn. We strive to prepare your defense thoroughly and put forward a well-structured defense.
Call Juzkiw Law now at (416) 290-5055 for a free, confidential consultation and let us help you defend these charges now.
Assault Cause Bodily Harm
The charge of assault cause bodily harm is far more serious than the charge of simple assault.
The penalty is largely influenced by the degree of bodily harm inflicted. The punishment for assault causing bodily harm can stretch up to 10 years of imprisonment.
It is imperative you speak to an experienced lawyer who can assess the acts of your case and guide you as to how to proceed further.
Our team at Juzkiw Law have successfully defended hundreds of clients who faced this charge.
How can we help you defend an assault charge?
We at Juzkiw Law provide you with the necessary skill, experience and preparation in defending an assault charge. We request all the disclosure in your domestic assault case and try to find any inconsistencies and weaknesses in the evidence and witness statements.
The circumstances of each case are different and we aim to analyze all evidence against you including witness statements and police officer notes to structure a strong defense. You may have been acting in self-defense under the circumstances.
We assist in analyzing the evidence that you were defending yourself from a physical threat. The amount of force used and what is deemed to be ‘reasonable’ depends upon the circumstances of your case.
We use extensive research skills, preparation and our advocacy experience to structure the best defense possible. We use our advocacy skills and analysis to determine who the first aggressor was in an assault allegation.
The facts of the case may be wrong and need to be disputed by an experienced criminal defense lawyer. The facts that the complainant is alleging to have occurred may be inconsistent. We use our skills and experience to attack the credibility of inconsistent witness statements during cross-examination. It is the job of an experienced defense lawyer to identify these factors and build a strong defense in court.
Furthermore, your Charter rights may have been violated. There is a possibility that you were arrested without reasonable and probable grounds or that you were not informed of your rights to speak to a lawyer. We build a strong defense and identify if any of your constitutional rights have been violated.
We are experienced in dealing with domestic assault charges. We aim to negotiate the best possible resolution for you at the outset, before going to trial.
In some cases, there may be a possibility that your domestic assault charge can be diverted through