Ontario Criminal Lawyers are listed under the following cities:
Niagara Falls, Ontario Criminal Lawyers:
Brian Wilcox Professional Corporation, 905-358-0782
6150 Valley Way, Suite 118, Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 1Y3 
Email Website 
Mobile Site
Our office is a full service law firm. With over 25 years of legal experience, we offer our clients assistance with problems experienced in most areas of the law. Our law firm has an exceptional law library for its size, including modern computer legal research facilities. We see our clients as friends and neighbours and we take the extra steps to give quality legal services to our clients. We are constantly rewarded by our clients regularly expressing their satisfaction with our service. Our mission is to provide our clients with the best legal service through passionate and assertive representation, personal attention and professional diligence. We strive to make lasting relationships with our clients.
Ottawa, Ontario Criminal Lawyers:
Engel and Associates, 613-235-6324
116 Lisgar Street, Suite 210, Ottawa, Ontario K2P 0C2 Email Website Mobile Site
Engel and Associates is a boutique criminal defence firm located in Ottawa who have successfully defended people and advised organizations with respect to criminal law matters. Our mandate is to insure that your rights are protected throughout your dealings with the authorities. We have successfully defended many types of criminal charges including, murder, sexual assault, fraud, and impared driving. We are accessible, approachable, and ready to help individuals at the most vulnerable times of their lives.
Toronto, Ontario Criminal Lawyers:
Edward Prutschi, 416-365-0853
5000 Yonge St., Suite 1708, Toronto, Ontario M2N 7E9 Email Website Mobile Site
Expert representation on all manner of criminal trials and appeals.
No matter how “minor” the charge, to you this is likely one of the most stressful and confusing times in your life. Being charged with a criminal offence – any criminal offence – makes you the target of some very powerful forces all designed to ensure that you are convicted. The police and crown prosecutors have tremendous resources that they will use to the fullest extent to prove your guilt.
Craig Penney, Criminal Defence Lawyer, 416-410-2266
120 Carlton Street, Suite 205, Toronto, Ontario M5A 4K2 Email Website Mobile Site
If you've been charged or are being investigated, hiring the right lawyer is vital, both for your peace of mind and for results. My professional life is dedicated to fortifying, safeguarding, and championing my clients. I've been fighting and winning criminal cases for 18 years. When I commit to your case, I will personally evaluate the evidence, answer all your questions, and build an organized, aggressive, and gripping defence strategy. While I can never guarantee or predict the outcome of any case, I can promise two things: I will be honest and up front at all times; and I will do everything in my power to win your case. To witness my skill and dedication, browse the over 150 cases profiled at CraigPenney.com. When you're ready to put my experience to work for you, call 416 410 2266 to arrange a confidential consultation.
The Law Office of Alexander Ejsmont
920 Yonge St., Toronto, Ontario
M4W 3C7
Phone: 416-877-5291
London Criminal Lawyers:
Ron Ellis Criminal Law
383 Richmond Street. Suite 1105
London, Ontario
N6A 3C4
Phone: 519-932-1133
Fax: 519-679-6576
Cell: 519-851-6677
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Criminal Law
Criminal law is concerned with acts or omissions deemed illegal by legislature. Criminal law offences range from crimes such as murder, assault, robbery and theft to driving with a blood alcohol level over the legal limit.
In Canada, criminal law is enacted by the Federal Parliament. Criminal procedure in Canada is concerned with:
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criminal proceedings in the criminal courts:
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conduct within the courtroom,
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competency of witnesses,
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oaths
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affirmations,
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presentation of evidence.
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pleading,
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evidence, and practice,
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rules in the Criminal Code which deal with police powers,
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right to counsel,
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search warrants,
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interim release, and
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witnesses, etc.
Types of Offences
Offences are set out in the The Canadian Criminal Code
and are divided into two broad types: "summary" and "indictable". Summary offences tend to be less serious ones, indictable more serious.
Procedure if an an offence is Alleged
Complaint is Sworn
The police swear a complaint and present it to a judge. If the judge feels the person should be made to come and answer the accusation that has been made the judge will issue either a summons, or a warrant for arrest.
Summons
A summons is usually delivered personally by a police officer. It sets out what the charge is, and when the person must appear in court to answer the charge. If the offence charged is one that can be proceeded with by indictment, the person may also be told to go to the police station for finger-printing. Failure to show up for finger-printing can lead to a warrant for arrest being issued.
Arrest
An arrest can be made by the police under the following circumstances:
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if they find someone committing an indictable offence;
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if they see someone apparently fleeing from lawful pursuit after committing a crime;
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if they believe someone is about to commit an indictable offence;
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if they believe there is a warrant out on the person;
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If they have a warrant for the arrest of a person.
Conduct of Police after the Arrest
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The police have the right to search someone being arrested. The main justifications for this are to check for weapons, and for evidence of the alleged offence;
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Police can't arrest someone on mere suspicion, or just to help with an investigation;
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It is proper for the police to question anyone, and even to ask the person to voluntarily accompany them, to the police station;
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The person arrested must be told the reason for the arrest;
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If the offence is an indictable one , the police can fingerprint and photograph the person;
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The person must be told about his or her right to talk to a lawyer;
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If the person wishes to speak with a lawyer, the police must make a telephone available;
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Questioning should cease until there has been a reasonable opportunity for the person to get legal advice.
Conduct of Arrested Person
An arrested person is not obliged to answer questions put to him or her by the police. This is a right of the person and no blame or suspicion will be placed on the person for exercising this right.
The best action the arrested person can take is to get advice from a lawyer as soon as possible, and before talking to the police.
Lawyers may recommend making a limited statement in some circumstances:
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someone who is a juvenile may want to let the police know this as soon as possible; and
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giving basic personal I.D. information (name, address, occupation, and so on).
