CHARGED WITH Assault ?

Common assault is a term that is used to describe charges of assault under the Criminal Code. While the Code does not explicitly define what forms of assault constitute a common assault, it is generally accepted to be an assault that does not involve a weapon or result in serious injury or bodily harm.

Assault charges come in various forms. Some common criminal charges include domestic assault, common assault, assault causing bodily harm, aggravated assault, sexual assault, assault with a weapon and uttering threats.

Domestic assault is a specific charge of assault pertaining to the action of harming or intent to harm a family or household member or partner. Domestic assaults can include words or threats, acts or gestures implying an assault, physical violence on another person, or implying physical harm or a threat against another person. The effects and consequences of a domestic assault arrest are drastic and immediate. If charged with domestic violence, the accused can no longer return home or even contact their partner.

Uttering threats is a broad section of the Criminal Code that can be interpreted to mean many things. The most common charges involve uttering threats of death and bodily harm.

Aggravated assault in Alberta is an assault that results in wounding, maiming, disfiguring or endangers the life of the complainant (victim). Usually, alleged assaults involve a weapon, such as a firearm or a knife.

When a person is convicted of a criminal offence in Canada, the record is registered with the RCMP against that person for life. Criminal records contain information about your identity, charges against you, convictions, fingerprints, photographs, and DNA evidence where collected. A criminal record can impact your life and affect your ability to get a job, secure housing, and travel outside of Canada.

Charges of assault are serious, and they require help from an experienced criminal lawyer. The Advocate Law team is experienced and successful in defending against assault charges. We will provide reliable legal advice on your next steps and how to best protect your rights.

Assault charges are dropped for many reasons. Sometimes the charge is dropped before the trial, where the Crown does not believe there is enough evidence to prove the case. If you are looking to avoid the consequences of severe charges like assault, you will need a skilled and experienced criminal defence lawyer. Our team of dedicated lawyers is committed to defending your assault case and ensuring you receive the best possible outcome.