Our lawyers are experienced in defending drug trafficking, possession, production, and importation of controlled substances.
If you are in need of a lawyer for drug possession, trafficking, or importing, Robichaud’s criminal defence lawyers have the experience and knowledge to properly represent you.
Call us at (416) 999-8389 to schedule an initial consultation at no cost.
Let us explain to you how we can assist with your drug charges.
Defending drugs charges in Canada:
Drug offences in Canada are prosecuted under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Depending on the nature of the offence and drug, the consequences can range from absolute discharges to very lengthy penitentiary sentences.
Drug charges typically come down to two central issues: legal “possession” and/or the manner in which the police obtained the drugs. There are many other defences that also apply such as proof of the nature of the substance, whether or not the drug was possessed with a purpose to traffic, or whether or not a particular activity took place. Needless to say, the law is complicated and having a lawyer who knows how the Crown prosecutes such offences and the defences that apply are invaluable.
Robichaud’s offers experienced lawyers with proven results in defending drugs possession, trafficking, and importation.
Call Robichaud’s today and speak to one of our lawyers who can assist you in obtaining the best result possible in the circumstances. Drug trafficking charges are extremely serious, but effectively defending clients charged with these offense is what we at Robichaud’s do. We can help.
It is unwise to do anything in criminal court without first seeking and obtaining legal advice from an experienced lawyer. It is even more unwise to plead guilty without proper legal advice. Only a skilled and experienced lawyer with experience in the areas of trafficking and possession for the purpose of trafficking can offer you the legal services you require.
Being charged with trafficking drugs, or “trafficking a controlled substance”, or the similar offences “possession for the purpose of trafficking” allegations is very serious offence in the Canadian justice system. Obtaining proper legal representation is the first step to address these issues effectively.
Examples of our lawyers’ past experience in defending drug charges:
Result: Client found not guilty of serious offences and guilty to sole count of included offence of simple possession of cocaine (for substance found on his person). Fined $500.00.
Result: Motion granted: All charges dismissed at preliminary inquiry.
Result: All charges withdrawn after accused completes community service home.
Result: Charges withdrawn upon completion of community service home.
Result: All charges withdrawn.
Result: After many months of being before courts and various proceedings and constitutional motions, the prosecutor agrees to accept a guilty plea to the drug related offences of cultivation and possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking and proceeds. Firearms and other offences withdrawn. Client receives an 8 month conditional sentence: 4 months house arrest with exceptions for work and school, the remaining 4 months to be served under a curfew. All remaining counts against him and two family members were withdrawn.
Result: All charges withdrawn (client enters into peace bond).
Result: All charges withdrawn.
Result: Client pleads to simple possession of cocaine ($1500.00 fine), all other charges withdrawn.
Result: All charges withdrawn.
Result: All charges withdrawn.
Result: All charges withdrawn.
Result: All Firearms and Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking charges withdrawn: Client pleads to simple possession of cocaine.
Result: Constitutional motion filed. Charges stayed (not guilty).
Result: Mistrial granted. Crown agrees to plea to simple possession of cocaine instead of reprosecuting case.
DISCLAIMER: Every criminal case is unique and every case has it’s own challenges. Past acquittals, withdrawals, or other favourable results our lawyers have achieved for our clients in possession, trafficking and importing drug cases does not mean the same result can be obtained for present or future clients. We look at each case with it’s own unique characteristics and fashion our approach on the individual, not the crime itself.
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