Assault is an indictable offence for which you will need an experienced lawyer who will help you understand exactly what you have been accused of. The charge of assault is covered by several sections of the Criminal Code depending on the nature of the act that was committed and the condition of the victim. Sentencing for assault charges also varies.

We will help you understand the nature of the charges that you are facing and ensure your rights are respected.

In a state of law, the presumption of innocence is of capital importance. Regardless of the charges laid against you, you are entitled to make a full answer and defense.

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It is important to realize that mischief and public mischief are two different offences. Under subsection 430 (1) of the Criminal Code, the charge of mischief is laid against a person who destroys or damages property or prevents someone from using it. Did you know that, according to the law, computer data is also considered property?

As for charges of public mischief, they apply when a person falsely accuses someone of an indictable offence, does something that leads to an unnecessary police investigation or claims to be a victim of an indictable offence (sexual assault, theft, etc.) in order to receive insurance money, to cause a person to be suspected of having committed an offence that he or she did not commit, or for any other reason.

If you are charged with mischief, call us immediately for assistance in understanding the subtleties of the Criminal Code and for my help.

Of the three types of offences in the Criminal Code — offence punishable on summary conviction, indictable offence and compound offence — indictable offence is the most serious and can lead to the most severe punishments. Contact us as soon as you are formally charged. You will need a competent attorney to ensure your release and to represent you during the preliminary inquiry and trial.

Regardless of the charges against you, you are entitled to make a full answer and defense.
We are here to help you.

If you are arrested for theft, you will most likely receive an appearance notice, which refers to the date you must appear in court. Don’t wait until the last minute. With us in your corner, you will see that there are many options available when dealing with these types of charges.

Fraud is a misdemeanour that can refer to many things. It includes a wide variety of indictable offences that all have one thing in common — they contravene section 380 of the Criminal Code. When you commit fraud, you defraud a person of property, money or something of value through deceit or other fraudulent means. If you have been charged with fraud, protect yourself. Call us now!

In the vast majority of cases, shoplifting cases can be settled easily with the help of a qualified criminal lawyer. If you have been charged with shoplifting, Eric Coulombe Lawyer can help you.

You may be released on bail following your court appearance. At the bail hearing, the judge must decide if you can be released on bail until your trial.

Call us now. We can explain the entire process to you and argue your case.

Contrary to popular belief, demerit points are not “lost” when you commit a Highway Safety Code violation. Points are accumulated over offenses. The number of points that lead to the suspension of your license varies depending on the type of license you hold. If you have accumulated the maximum number of points prescribed, your driver’s license will be suspended for a period of up to 12 months. However, there are solutions to prevent this.

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Has your driver’s license been revoked? Do you depend on your car for work or do you need to drive for other important reasons? Based on certain specific criteria, you can apply for a restricted license, which will enable you to drive under certain circumstances.

Contact Eric Coulombe Lawyer’s team to see if you are entitled to receive this type of license.