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FIREARM POSSESSION
R. v. A.M. | 2024 | Toronto
Client came to me with three interconnected cases. The police had been investigating his Instagram account and executed a search warrant on a residence he had ties to looking to seize his devices (phone, computer, tablets, etc.). In addition to locating electronics, they also found a gun inside a satchel, inside a closet, in the bedroom the client had been sleeping in. After beating both cases related to his Instagram account (one the crown withdrew and the other we won at trial), we successfully defended the gun charges when the Crown failed to establish he had knowledge of the firearm. After three long years on restrictive bail conditions, he finally cut off the ankle monitor and remains without a criminal record.
Firearms, Fentanyl, Heroin, Cocaine, Meth
Possession of a Loaded and Restricted Firearm and Possession of Fentanyl, Heroin, Cocaine, and Meth for the Purpose of Trafficking.
R. v. M.S. | 2020 | ST. CATHARINES
After receiving a tip that my client was dealing drugs, police installed a tracking device in his car and later executed a search warrant for the car and a residence. We successfully challenged the warrant for the tracker and the warrants for the home and car. In excluding all evidence at trial (the gun and drugs), the judge stated, “The conduct of the state authorities in this case was so subversive of the process that in order for the justice system to dissociate itself from the police actions the only remedy is to set aside the warrants…”
COVID-19 Bail Hearings
Successfully argued bail hearings for 36 clients between March 23rd and July 6th, throughout the State of Emergency caused by COVID-19.
Cocaine
Importing Cocaine, P4P Cocaine and Possession for the Proceeds of Crime.
R. v. O.B. | 2020 | BRAMPTON
Client charged with importing 44 kilograms of cocaine, plead guilty with another lawyer. We spent a year and a half fighting to strike the plea and were ultimately successful. After another year and a second mistrial, the Crown stayed all charges and client remains without a criminal record.
Cocaine, Firearms
Client charged with Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking and Possession of a Firearm x2, after the police raided a trap house and arrested all 8 people found inside.
R. v. T.W. | 2019 | TORONTO
After a nine-day preliminary hearing, we had him discharged of all counts.
Meth, Cocaine, Mushrooms, Stolen Property, and Firearms
Possession of Meth, Cocaine, and Mushrooms for the Purpose of Trafficking, Possession of Stolen Property, Possession of Firearms x7, Careless Storage of Firearms x7, and Possession of a Prohibited Weapon x3.
R. v. G.S. | 2019 | HAMILTON
Mr. S sat in custody for 3 months when his first lawyer refused to bring a bail hearing because he was charged with 7 firearm offences and possession of over half a pound of Meth. I successfully argued for his bail within two weeks of being retained and all of his charges were stayed 14 months later. Today he remains free, with no criminal record.
Cocaine
Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Cocaine and for Proceeds of Crime.
R. v. S.D. | 2019 | HAMILTON
Client arrested after police executed a search warrant on his residence. Prepared and filed a Charter Application alleging that the police lied in their affidavit and used excessive force in executing the warrant. Provided photographs to show the inconsistencies and improper conduct of the police and as a result, all charges withdrawn at the request of the Crown.
Fentanyl
Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Fentanyl.
R. v. D.K. | 2019 | HAMILTON
Client arrested following police investigation into the overdose death of a young woman. Phone records linked client to the deceased on the night of the death. 7 months and two pretrials later, all charges withdrawn by the Crown when the records and surveillance video could not support the allegations.
Cocaine
Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Cocaine and Proceeds of Crime.
R. v. O.B. | 2018 | BRAMPTON
Client charged in “Project Cartella” with possession of 2 kilograms of Cocaine found in a bedroom closet and Proceeds of Crime in relation to money. Police executed search warrants on his and his girlfriend’s residence; following a 7-month police investigation involving wire taps, tracking devices, and surveillance. Client acquitted of all charges at the end of a 5-day trial.
Heroin
Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Heroin and proceeds of crime.
R. v. J.A.B. | 2018 | TORONTO
Client acquitted after a 3-day Superior Court Charter Application challenging the arrest, strip search, and violation of my client’s right to counsel. Judge found the police lied about seeing a dime bag of Heroin in my clients hand and therefore the subsequent strip search in a residential building was unlawful. Evidence excluded: 19 grams of Heroin and cash.
Fentanyl
Production and Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Marijuana, and Proceeds of crime.
R. v. T.L. | 2018 | TORONTO
Client and co-accused all acquitted following a Charter Application challenging the search of their business and residence. Police acting on an informant’s tip and the smell of marijuana were granted a search warrant and located over 900 plants, 18 kilograms of dried marijuana, and money. All evidence excluded due to significant constitutional violations.
Fentanyl
Importing Fentanyl, Conspiracy to Traffic Fentanyl, and Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Fentanyl.
R. v. A.M. | 2017 | HAMILTON
This 52-year old mother with no criminal record was told by her first lawyer to “get comfortable” sitting in jail since she would be spending the next day 8-10 years there. After hiring me, she was out on bail within 1 week and a year later, all of her charges were withdrawn at the preliminary hearing.
Fentanyl
Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Fentanyl.
R. v. J.P. | 2017 | BRAMPTON
Charge withdrawn after discussions with the Crown concerning the arresting officer’s involvement in the theft of evidence from a different drug-related investigation.
Cocaine
Conspiracy to Traffic Cocaine, Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking, Proceeds of Crime, and Money Laundering.
R. v. M.P. | 2016 | ST. CATHARINES
Client pled guilty to one count of possessing Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking; all other counts withdrawn. Crown sought a sentence of 5 years in custody, I argued that the 2-3 year range was appropriate. Judge agreed with me and my client was sentenced to 2.5 years (30 months) less pre-sentence custody on an enhanced basis.
Cocaine
Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking (x 4) and Proceeds of Crime.
R. v. A.Q.R. | 2016 | NEWMARKET
Client charged with possessing 2 kilograms of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking after police executed a search warrant on a residence in Vaughan. Following a 4-day trial, client was acquitted of all charges.
Crystal Meth, GHB, Marijuana
Possession of Controlled Substance x 3 (Crystal Meth, GHB, and Marijuana).
R. v. J.A. | 2015 | HAMILTON
Client acquitted of all charges after Charter Application to exclude the evidence due to illegal arrest and unlawful search by police.
Cocaine, Marijuana, Assault
Trafficking Cocaine, Possession of Marijuana, Attempt to Disarm an Officer, and Assaulting the Police.
R. v. R.G. | 2014 | BRAMPTON
Human Trafficking x 3, Living off the Avails of Prostitution x 3, Procuring a Prostitute x 3, Forcible Confinement, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Various Weapons Charges.
Firearms, Marijuana, Hash
Possessing Unlawfully Restricted and Prohibited Firearms (multiple counts), Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Marijuana and Hash, and for Proceeds of Crime.
R. v. L.C. | 2014 | TORONTO
After successful challenge to the search warrant and all charges withdrawn, appeared in the Superior Court and secured the return of 19 firearms and over $250,000 in cash seized by the police.
Cocaine
Importing Cocaine.
R. v. M.B. | 2014 | BRAMPTON
Charges stayed after a mistrial declared and application for stay of proceedings filed in the Superior Court.
Marijuana
Possession of Marijuana, Obstructing Police, Breach of Recognizance, and Breach of Probation.
R. v. M.G. | 2013 | HAMILTON
Client acquitted of all charges after evidence excluded, following a successful Charter Application.
Cocaine
Importing Cocaine.
R. v. F.C. | 2013 | BRAMPTON
Client acquitted of importing a kilogram of Cocaine following a 5-day jury trial.