2007 Drug Cases

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.

Both clients charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking as a consequence of a search of their motor vehicle during a “routine” traffic stop. The search and seizure was successfully challenged on constitutional grounds and a stay of proceedings on all charges entered against both accused.

Client charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking as a consequence of the search of a motor vehicle during a “routine” traffic stop. The search and seizure was successfully challenged on constitutional grounds and a stay of proceedings was entered on all charges.

Police seized a large quantity of cocaine (8 Kilograms) from a vehicle being driven by J.M. resulting in a prosecution for the possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, proceeds of crime and the seizure of J.M.’s BMW. Defense review and analysis of Crown disclosure revealed that police were less than forthcoming/candid with the Judge who issued the warrant to search resulting in a successful challenge to the lawfulness of the search and seizure. All charges successfully resolved by …

MM was subject to a bail order which contained a geographical restriction. The police observed MM in breach of this condition and promptly placed him under arrest. A search of MM incidental to arrest revealed the presence of 8 individually wrapped packages of cocaine and approximately $500.00 cash. MM was charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, possessing proceeds of crime and breach of recognizance. Bottom Line: Through negotiation with the Crown the matter was ultimately resolved …

Client charged with possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking as a consequence of a search of his motor vehicle during a “routine” traffic stop. The search resulted in the seizure of a large quantity (multiple kilograms) of marijuana. The police seized client’s Sequoia as proceeds of crime. The search was successfully challenged on constitution grounds and a stay of proceedings was entered on all charges. The Sequoia was recovered and returned to A.G.

Client charged with cultivation of marijuana and possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking as a consequence of police search of residential premises resulting in the seizure of a very large grow operation. This prosecution proceeded through Preliminary Inquiry to trial in the Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta where the warrant to search was successfully challenged on constitutional grounds, all material evidence excluded and not guilty verdicts entered on all charges.

Police search of vehicle occupied by A.P. resulted in a prosecution for possession of LSD for the purpose of trafficking, possession of ecstasy for the purpose of trafficking, possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and proceeds of crime. Matter successfully resolved at Preliminary Inquiry by way of simple possession and a fine.

Client charged with possession of cocaine (one ounce) for the purpose of trafficking and simple possession of marijuana as a consequence of the police search of his motor vehicle. The validity of the police search and seizure was challenged on constitutional grounds and the prosecution was successfully resolved by way of a entry of a stay of proceedings of all charges at Preliminary Inquiry.

DE was charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and possession of ecstasy for the purpose of trafficking as a consequence of a police search of his motor vehicle. Patrick Fagan challenged the constitutional validity of the police search and seizure and the entire matter was ultimately resolved by way of a guilty plea to simple possession and small fines.