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Fentanyl, Cocaine, Crack, Meth, and Percocets
Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl, cocaine, crack, meth, and Percocets.
R. v. S.K. | 2022 | BRANFORD
This client came to me after another lawyer wanted him to take a plea deal for 8-10 years. After completing the preliminary hearing that the other lawyer started, I filed a Charter Application challenging the illegal search and seizure of a backpack that police found in a car, containing all of the drugs along with my client’s wallet. Before we could even argue the Motion, the Crown withdrew the charges.
Fentanyl, Possession of Ammunition
Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl and possession of ammunition.
R. v. T.G-F | 2021 | TORONTO
Client was charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl (later confirmed as also including carfentanyl, cocaine, and heroin) and over 200 rounds of ammunition after police executed a search warrant at a residence they believed was his. After a successful challenge to the warrant, the Judge decided that the police had mislead the issuing justice and excluded all of the evidence; and my client was acquitted of all counts. Read the judges reasons below:
Firearms, Cocaine, Heroin, Fentanyl
Possession of a loaded restricted firearm, possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl, proceeds of crime, fail to comply with recognizance.
R. v. L.N | 2021 | MIDLAND
Client acquitted of all charges following an 8 day battle, where I argued that my client was racially profiled and investigated for no other reason than being a black man driving through Midland. The investigation led to his unlawfully arrest and search of the trunk of his car where the drugs and gun were located. The judge agreed with my arguments and excluded all evidence and even acquitted on the breach of bail because “but for the racial profiling, Mr. N would never have been identified to the police or become the subject of their investigation”.
This decision is well worth the read: (see below)
Cocaine
Possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine and proceeds of crime.
R. v. J.Y. | 2021 | HAMILTON
All charges withdrawn at the request of the crown after filing an extensive charter application challenging the roadside stop of my client’s vehicle which culminated in the illegal search and seizure of an ounce of cocaine.
Cocaine
Possession for the Purpose of Selling Cocaine and Proceeds of Crime.
R. v. K.G. | 2020 | ST. CATHARINES
Client acquitted of all charges following a two day trial, despite the judge being “highly suspicious” of the two ounces of cocaine police located in her hall closet.
Fentanyl, Cocaine, Marijuana
Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Fentanyl and Cocaine, Possession for the Purpose of Distributing Marijuana and Proceeds of Crime, and Driving Disqualified.
R. v. S.M. | 2020 | OSHAWA
Associate successfully argued that the clients right to be free from unreasonable search and seizure was violated, along with his right to counsel. All evidence obtained from the illegal search was excluded and the client acquitted.
First-Degree Murder, Assault, Drugs, Firearms
First Degree Murder, Assault with a Weapon, Administering a Noxious Substance and Possessing a Prohibited Weapon.
R. v. B.D. | 2020 | HAMILTON
After spending 68 days in jail, I had the murder charge withdrawn for this wrongfully accused 18-year-old. 8 months later, he plead guilty to possessing brass knuckles and was handed a suspended sentence with 15 months probation.
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.