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The presumption of innocence is a cornerstone of our criminal justice system. A bail hearing is an opportunity to exercise one’s right to liberty and advocate against pre-trial detention in both Crown and reverse onus situations. Not only does detention prior to trial lead to loss of liberty, it may also lead to job loss, gaps in education, and breakdowns in relationships with family members and friends, social stigma, and psychological trauma. Any time spent in detention or pretrial custody is especially harmful and traumatic for youth and young adults.
While release at the earliest reasonable opportunity is currently preferred, detention remains a possibility, as each bail hearing entails a fact-specific risk assessment. Therefore, it is critical to be represented at this early stage in the criminal proceedings.
As Canadian bail law undergoes reform, it is more important than ever to have an advocate by your side, someone who can negotiate effectively with the Crown, craft reasonable and proportionate release conditions, liaise with your friends and family to identify a proposed surety, and challenge the grounds for detention.
*The quoted fee is subject to change based on complexity, number of charges, and availability of disclosure. Disbursements are not included and will be billed separately.
**A 50% deposit is required prior to commencement of services.
***All legal services and some disbursements are subject to the 13% HST.
The presumption of innocence is a cornerstone of our criminal justice system. A bail hearing is an opportunity to exercise one’s right to liberty and advocate against pre-trial detention in both Crown and reverse onus situations. Not only does detention prior to trial lead to loss of liberty, it may also lead to job loss, gaps in education, and breakdowns in relationships with family members and friends, social stigma, and psychological trauma. Any time spent in detention or pretrial custody is especially harmful and traumatic for youth and young adults.
While release at the earliest reasonable opportunity is currently preferred, detention remains a possibility, as each bail hearing entails a fact-specific risk assessment. Therefore, it is critical to be represented at this early stage in the criminal proceedings.
As Canadian bail law undergoes reform, it is more important than ever to have an advocate by your side, someone who can negotiate effectively with the Crown, craft reasonable and proportionate release conditions, liaise with your friends and family to identify a proposed surety, and challenge the grounds for detention.
*The quoted fee is subject to change based on complexity, number of charges, and availability of disclosure. Disbursements are not included and will be billed separately.
**A 50% deposit is required prior to commencement of services.
***All legal services and some disbursements are subject to the 13% HST.