Drug Offences
In Canada, the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act makes it a crime to possess, traffic, import, produce, or possess for the purpose of trafficking certain substances. Police often employ a variety of sophisticated investigative techniques and strategies when investigating these types of offences.
Defences
In order to prove guilt in a drug charge, the Crown is obligated to demonstrate beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused had both knowledge and control of the drugs. With careful preparation we will develop a strategy to challenge each piece of evidence to best counter the Crown case on knowledge and control.
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms protects individuals from unjustified encroachment by State authorities like the police. In cases involving the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, we often seek exclusion of evidence because our client’s rights to be free from unreasonable search and seizure or to be free from unlawful arrest or detention have been violated.
Strategy
If you have been charged or are under investigation for an offence under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, you should seek legal advice immediately. If you call us, we will take immediate steps to preserve evidence that may be vital to your defence at trial or vital to getting the charges dropped. We will make sure you are advised of and understand your rights so you are fully prepared to deal with an investigation or arrest. We will explain potential defences and help you navigate the process in the least stressful way possible. We will liaise with the police and the prosecution to defend you against State overreach. We believe that the best defence comes from immediate, ongoing, and tireless preparation. We’ll be on your side, 24/7 from start to finish.