A budtender who was recently arrested in Ottawa says his employers threw him to the wolves. Raids in Ottawa and Toronto led to many budtenders facing drug charges. During raids of dispensaries in Toronto, multiple arrests took place, but charges against 151 accused individuals were subsequently dismissed. During 12 raids of marijuana dispensaries in Ottawa toward the end of last year, 22 employees were arrested.
Men in Highway 401 incident may require skilled criminal defense
According to the Ontario Provincial Police, they arrested two men -- ages 22 and 17 years -- on a recent Thursday following a police chase that spanned several jurisdictions. The men face serious charges, and they will likely be exploring their criminal defense options. Reportedly, a concerned citizen called OPP to make a traffic complaint involving a vehicle on Highway 401 not far from Brockville.
Juvenile crimes need experienced legal counsel guidance
A call from police to inform parents of their child's arrest must be one of the most dreaded calls people can receive. This is not something with which most Ottawa families are familiar, and it is only natural to panic due to not knowing the first steps to take. The fact that parents might want to keep in mind is that the law protects young people, and there are skilled criminal defence lawyers to safeguard the rights of those charged with juvenile crimes.
Drug charges filed against alleged hoarding Ottawa man
Any Ontario resident who is accused of a drug related crime will naturally be anxious about finding help with his or her defence. Any conviction that follows drug charges can have severe consequences. It can affect potential jobs, international travel plans and more. An Ottawa man who is facing charges related to manufacturing a Schedule 1 substance is likely focused on his defence options.
Criminal defense: Ontario man charged with leaving the scene
Being accused of a crime is a significant event in any person's life. In most cases, an arrested person is unfamiliar with the criminal proceedings, and he or she may be anxious about not knowing what to expect. To avoid making mistakes that can jeopardise the case, it makes good sense to retain a professional to handle the criminal defense.
