Charged with a criminal offence?
Even though you have a right to reasonable bail, it is possible that you can be detained unless you are released by the order of a Justice in a bail Court.
If you are presumed innocent of an offence and still denied bail, you risk being held in jail until the day your trial is completed.
Lakin Afolabi Law is a criminal defence team in London, Ontario. We have conducted bail hearings for people charged with the most serious criminal offences- including murder, attempted murder, and other grievous offences.
If you or someone you know is wanted by the police or considering turning him/herself in to the authorities, our criminal defence lawyers are available 24 hours a day.
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There is no point in talking to voicemail when you need us urgently. We always pick up. When we don’t, you can text us or email us, and we will try to get back to you within six hours at the latest.
Cooperative
You are heard and not ignored. We cannot obtain the result that is best for your specific situation unless we listen to you. It is a cooperative effort.
Transparent and honest
Harsh truths are better than comfortable lies. We are honest and candid with you about your chances of success with each action, but you make the call.
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Criminal Defence Charges
With most charges under the Criminal Code, the law states that a person arrested has to either be released or be brought before a justice within 24 hours of his/her arrest if they are not released by police.
A person must then be released unless the prosecutor can show why they should continue to be detained. In circumstances with more serious charges, the law makes it the job of the defence lawyer to explain why an accused person should be released. This is referred to as a “reverse onus.”
Contact our criminal defence lawyers for help with your specific situation.
"I was looking at a conditional discharge,
but with Lakin’s smooth talking and on point argument the Judge gave me an absolute discharge, Lakin made some excellent points that I believe the Judge looked into and helped make his final decision.
Thanks, Lakin for your incredible service.
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Criminal Defence Resources
INTERMITTENT SENTENCE – Section 732 Criminal Code
What is an Intermittent Sentence? An intermittent sentence is a sentence of imprisonment that is served on specific days only, as opposed to consecutive days. For an example, a person who is sentenced intermittently could serve their sentence on weekends only. It is...
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SENTENCING PRINCIPLES – Section 718 Criminal Code
What is the Fundamental Principle of Sentencing? The Criminal Code states that the fundamental principle, or guiding rule, of sentencing is that “[a] sentence must be proportionate to the gravity of the offence and the degree of responsibility of the offender.” This...
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DRUNK DRIVING – Read More
Drunk Driving Recent Decision on Impaired Care and Control Demonstrates the Complexity of the...
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Drunk Driving Investigation – Section 253 and 254 Criminal Code
An investigation for drunk driving begins when a police officer has “reasonable grounds” to believe that a person has driven a vehicle in the past three hours with alcohol his/her system. Simply put, if a police officer thinks a person has driven in the last three...
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Consent – Section 265 Criminal Code
Definition of Consent The most basic definition of consent is permission or agreement from one person to another person to have that other person do something that would otherwise be illegal. This general definition applies to all situations. Additionally, the law...
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Domestic Violence Charges
There is no part of the criminal code that creates an offence of domestic violence. However, if you are faced with domestic violence charges, the courts, police and prosecutors take a very strict approach. Because of the nature of the romantic relationship, domestic...
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