Areas of Practice

Property Crimes and Theft Offences

Property crime refers to offences that involve the unlawful taking or damaging of another person’s property. Theft is defined generally as taking another’s property without lawful authority to do so. Robbery is theft by force or threat of force. We offer excellent advocacy for our clients facing different property offences.

• Motor Vehicle Theft
• Theft Over $5000
• Theft Under $5000 (like shoplifting)
• Robbery
• Breaking
• Home Invasion
• Being Unlawfully in a Dwelling House
• Possession of Break-in Instrument
• Possession of Property Obtained By Crime Over $5000
• Possession of Property Obtained By Crime Under $5000
• Obtaining by False Pretences Over $5000
• Obtaining by False Pretences Under $5000
• Fraudulently Obtaining Food or Lodging (like dine and dash)
• Use, Trafficking or Possession of a Forged Document
• Fraud Over $5000
• Fraud Under $5000
• Identity Theft
• Identity Fraud
• Mischief (Damaging Property or Interfering with Lawful Enjoyment)
• Arson
• Possession of Counterfeit Money

Drug Possession and Trafficking

Drug Possession: Drug Possession is the charge which arises from having a substance in your control that you are prohibited from possessing. Drug possession is listed under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (“CDSA”).

• Possession of a Controlled Substance
• Trafficking in a Controlled Substance
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking
• Producing a Controlled Substance

Weapons/Firearms Offences

Possession or use of illegal weapons can lead to an array of charges, from careless storage of a weapon to prohibited possession, use, or concealment. Use or threatened use of a weapon during the commission of another crime can lead to harsher sentences upon conviction. A weapon can be anything used to threaten or cause harm to another.

Criminal Driving / Impaired Driving

Criminal driving encompasses multiple motor vehicle offences in the Criminal Code and is different from charges under the Provincial Law.

Sexual Offences

Sexual Assault covers a wide variety of conduct and is one of the most litigated offences in criminal law. It can include something as simple as an unwanted hug, kiss, or grope, to much more serious conduct, like intercourse.

• Indecent Acts
• Public Nudity
• Indecent Exhibition
• Solicitation for The Purpose of Prostitution
• Sexual Assault
• Communication For The Purpose of Prostitution

Fail to Comply Offences

These offences involve Failing to Comply with, or Breaching, various forms of Court Orders or Conduct Toward Justice System

• Disobeying a Court Order
• Obstructing a Peace Officer (ex: Lying About Identity or Resisting Arrest)Personating a Peace Officer
• Perjury (Lying under Oath)
• False Affidavit
• Obstructing Justice
• Public Mischief (False Accusation)
• Escape Lawful Custody
• Fail to Attend Court (Undertaking or Recognizance)
• Fail to Comply with Conditions of Undertaking or Recognizance
• Fail to Attend for Identification (fingerprints)
• Fail to Attend Court (Summons or Appearance Notice)
• Fail to Comply with Undertaking
• Fail to Comply with Probation Order
• Breach of Recognizance (Peace Bond)

Pre-Charge Legal Advice

Pre-charge legal advice refers to the guidance and counsel provided by a lawyer to a client before any formal charges or legal proceedings have been initiated.

Youth Criminal

The Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) applies to young people from the ages of 12 to 17 who are charged with a criminal offence. The YCJA ensures that the consequences for young people who break the law are balanced. One of the principles of the YCJA is that while young people must be held accountable for their actions, they should not be treated the same as adults. The YCJA emphasizes rehabilitation.

Defense Strategy

We will formulate a plan designed to protect your rights and interests and to achieve the best possible outcome in a criminal case. The specific strategy employed will depend on your case, the evidence available, and your goals. When facing criminal charges, it’s natural to become overwhelmed by the complex legal procedures. That’s why AMPS Law is committed to equipping clients with information to navigate the legal system.