Client was charged with possession of cocaine of the purpose of trafficking and simple possession of marijuana as a consequence of the execution of a warrant to search on our client’s home. As a consequence of search and seizure Charter issues germane to the search this prosecution was resolved by way of a guilty plea to simple possession of a controlled substance and all other charges were completely withdrawn.

Client was charged with possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking and proceeds of crime as a result of a police search of our client’s motor vehicle. Search and seizure challenged on constitutional grounds resulting in the complete withdrawal of all charges and the return of money seized to our client.

Client charged with possession of cocaine (couple of ounces) for the purpose of trafficking as a consequence of the police search of client’s residence. All charges against client completely withdrawn prior to commencement of trial proceedings as a consequence of the Crowns inability to discharge its constitutional obligation of full disclosure as required under section 7 of the Charter.

Client charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, proceeds of crime and weapons offences as a consequence of police search of his motor vehicle. Insurmountable Charter issues resulted in resolution by way of a stay of proceedings on all charges after conduct of preliminary inquiry.

Client (family man and business man) drives into a check stop and when he reaches into the glove compartment for his registration and insurance the attending peace officer reaches through the window and plucks a bag of marijuana from our hapless client. Client immediately charged with possession of a controlled substance. Through the efforts of our office the charge was completely withdrawn.

Client arrested for shoplifting by store security and during search of client security personnel located and seized 19 rocks of crack cocaine and in excess of $1,000.00 cash. Client charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and possession of proceeds. This matter was resolved prior to trial by way of a guilty plea to simple possession of cocaine and a withdrawal of the proceeds charge. The fine imposed was paid from the funds seized by the security …

Client charged with possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking and cultivation of marijuana as a consequence of a warrant to search executed by the police on residential premises. As a consequence of the search the police seized a $12,000.00 grow operation and related drug paraphernalia. Through negotiation with the Crown the charge of possession for the purpose of trafficking was completely withdrawn and the matter was dealt with by way of cultivation for personal use and a modest …

Client charged with simple possession of marijuana and possession of a prohibited weapon (brass knuckles) as a consequence of a vehicle search conducted by the R.C.M.P. Technical deficiencies identified by the defense concerning the Information (formal charging document) ultimately resulted in all charges being completely withdrawn at trial.

Client charged with possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking and proceeds of crime as a consequence of police search of a motor vehicle resulting in the seizure of approximately 200 grams of marijuana. The police stopped and searched the vehicle on the mistaken belief that it was being driven by our client’s son whom the police believed to be a “known drug trafficker”. Through negotiation the Crown conceded the problematic nature of the search from a constitutional perspective …

Client charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking (4 ½ ounces) possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking (1 kilogram), possession of ecstacy for the purpose of trafficking (446 hits) and proceeds of crime ($5,700.00). Client was ultimately found guilty of only 1 offence – possession of marijuana under 3 kilograms for the purpose of trafficking. The Court imposed a 1 year Conditional Sentence Order (i.e.:house arrest).

Client charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking (5 ½ ounces) and proceeds of crime. Professional client of Asian decent finishes a game of shinny hockey with colleges only to find himself and colleagues up against the wall as a consequence of a concerned citizen’s complaint of “someone” smoking marijuana outside of the arena. The police take it upon themselves to search every Asian in attendance and their vehicles. After several hard fought months of negotiation with …

Young female client charged with simple possession of marijuana as a consequence of a police search of her motor vehicle following a Flames game. Problematic search and seizure resulted in the charge being completely withdrawn on the date of trial.

Clients (husband and wife) charged with possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking and proceeds of crime as a consequence of a warrant to search executed on their home. As a consequence of unreasonable delay and a problematic warrant to search a was entered against both clients and all money seized by the police ($10,000.00) was returned to clients.

Client charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking (3 ½ ounces) and proceeds of crime (in excess of $100,000.00) as a consequence of a warrant executed by the police on residential premises. All charges against client resolved by way of an entry of a during the calling of witnesses during day 1 of the preliminary inquiry. Most of the funds seized by the police were returned to client.

Relying on information provided by a confidential source the police obtained a warrant to search the residential premises of LA. Upon execution of the warrant the police located a relatively sophisticated 3 stage marijuana grow operation. There was no one at home during the course of the initial entry by the police but during the course of the search LA was observed running from the area. LA was pursued and arrested; according to the police he smelled strongly of fresh …

The Integrated Response To Organized Crime Unit (“IROC”) executed a warrant to search the home of F&A where they seized approximately 5 kilograms of cocaine and evidence germane to the recent possession and packaging of an additional 20 kilograms of cocaine. F&A were charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and conspiring to traffic in cocaine. Through the process of disclosure it soon became abundantly evident that this was a protracted and highly sophisticated investigation involving the …

R.v. M.M. [Calgary PC, May, 2007] Client was observed in an area prohibited by a pre-existing bail order and police search on arrest resulted in the seizure of cocaine and cash. Client was charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and proceeds of crime. The search and seizure as successfully challenged on constitutional grounds and at preliminary inquiry the matter was resolved by way of simple possession of cocaine, a withdrawal of the proceeds charge and a …

Client became involved in a physical altercation with a gas company meter reader resulting in the police search of his rural residential premises. Police located a marijuana grow operation and a large cache of weapons resulting in a prosecution for cultivation of marijuana, possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking and multiple weapons offences. The validity of the warrant to search was challenged on constitutional grounds resulting in the complete withdrawal of all drugs and weapons charges prior to …

Client was apprehended by the police while smoking a “joint” in downtown Calgary. As a consequence of the police search of E. F. he was found to be in possession of multiple packages of cocaine and cash. Client was charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and proceeds of crime. The search of E. F. was successfully challenged on constitutional grounds and a deal was struck prior to commencement of trial for resolution by way simple possession …

Client charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking after unwittingly arranging a meet with the police at a fast food restaurant parking lot for the “exchange”. A problematic certificate of analysis resulted in the complete withdrawal of all charges against M.B. on the date scheduled for Preliminary Inquiry.