{"id":250,"date":"2017-07-03T14:00:33","date_gmt":"2017-07-03T18:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/avocatecriminaliste.ca\/?page_id=250\/"},"modified":"2025-11-12T16:59:47","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T21:59:47","slug":"criminal-law","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.avocatecriminaliste.ca\/en\/criminal-law\/","title":{"rendered":"Criminal Law"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\nMartine Thibodeau is available to help.[\/mk_fancy_title][vc_btn title=”Contact us” style=”flat” color=”white” align=”left” css_animation=”bottom-to-top” link=”url:%2Fen%2Fcontact-emergency%2F”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][mk_padding_divider size=”100″][\/vc_column][\/mk_page_section][vc_row fullwidth=”true” fullwidth_content=”false” css=”.vc_custom_1673372616708{margin-bottom: 20px !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/www.avocatecriminaliste.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/colonnes-background.jpg?id=2197) !important;}” id=”services”][vc_column][mk_padding_divider size=”90″][mk_fancy_title tag_name=”h1″ color=”#bb342b” size=”48″ force_font_size=”true” size_tablet=”36″ size_phone=”29″ font_weight=”400″ font_style=”normal” txt_transform=”none” font_family=”none” align=”center”]Criminal law attorney[\/mk_fancy_title][vc_column_text align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1762970019422{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\n

Are you charged? Every minute counts.<\/h2>\n

Facing a criminal charge? Every minute counts. Before speaking to the police or appearing in court, make sure you have proper representation. Contact me now, criminal lawyer, to protect your rights and prepare a strong defense.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Contact me for more information” style=”flat” color=”black” align=”center” css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=”” link=”url:%2Fen%2Fcontact-emergency%2F”][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1663787784487{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″][mk_icon_box icon=”mk-li-truck” title=”Traffic offenses” text_size=”20″ font_weight=”bold” read_more_txt=”Learn more” read_more_url=”\/en\/driving-under-the-influence-dui\/” style=”boxed” icon_location=”top” icon_color=”#ffffff” icon_circle_color=”#d7d1cf” title_color=”#b93530″ txt_color=”#444444″]Impaired driving (by drugs or alcohol)<\/small><\/p>\n

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Dangerous driving<\/p>\n

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Refusal to take a breathalyzer test<\/p>\n

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Drug traffic<\/p>\n

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Assault or assault with a weapon<\/p>\n

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All types of fraud<\/p>\n

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Smuggling<\/p>\n

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Touching<\/p>\n

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Flawless legal representation in criminal and penal law<\/h2>\n

Are you facing charges for drug possession, impaired driving, or sexual assault? I can guide you through every step of the judicial process, providing personalized and thorough legal services.<\/p>\n

I offer practical, immediate advice: what to say (and what not to say) to the police, how to prepare for your first court appearance, which evidence to gather, and how to avoid common mistakes that can worsen your case. My priority is to minimize the impact of the charges and protect your professional and personal future.<\/p>\n

Handling most offences under the Criminal Code and the Highway Safety Code, criminal and penal law covers all punishable behaviours under established laws that govern orderly society.<\/p>\n

Need legal assistance? Contact Me Martine Thibodeau, criminal lawyer.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][mk_fancy_title tag_name=”h3″ color=”#bb342b” size=”48″ force_font_size=”true” size_tablet=”36″ size_phone=”29″ font_weight=”400″ font_style=”normal” txt_transform=”none” font_family=”none” align=”center”]\n

I am available 24\/7 for emergencies.<\/h3>\n[\/mk_fancy_title][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1663787784487{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_inner][mk_icon_box icon=”mk-li-truck” title=”Traffic offences” text_size=”20″ font_weight=”bold” read_more_txt=”Learn more” read_more_url=”https:\/\/www.avocatecriminaliste.ca\/en\/driving-under-the-influence-dui\/” style=”boxed” icon_location=”top” icon_color=”#ffffff” icon_circle_color=”#d7d1cf” title_color=”#b93530″ txt_color=”#444444″]\n
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If you have just been arrested or received a summons for criminal driving offences, act now: every minute after an arrest can affect the evidence, your rights, and your chances of resolving the case favorably. Call 24\/7 for prompt and confidential assistance, these initial steps often determine the outcome of your case.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Whether for drug offences<\/strong>, simple possession or trafficking charges\u2014the defense strategy varies greatly depending on the evidence (quantity, context, searches). I review the evidence, challenge the legality of seizures if necessary, and actively negotiate with the Crown to minimize the consequences.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Assault or violence charges<\/strong> can have immediate consequences (protection orders, release conditions). I prioritize a swift response to limit restrictive measures and prepare a strong defense strategy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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For theft or fraud cases, I work with accounting or technical experts as needed to challenge the interpretation of facts and reduce the severity of the charges.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Sexual offence charges require a sensitive, thorough, and confidential approach. I ensure the protection of your rights, careful handling of evidence, and meticulous preparation of your defense.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What to do if you are arrested now?<\/h3>\n
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  2. Do not make any statements until you have consulted a lawyer.<\/li>\n
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    A quick call often helps secure a more favorable release, prevents unnecessary disclosure of information, and allows for the best defense to be prepared.<\/p>\n

    Legal services adapted to your needs<\/h2>\n

    Appearing in court can have serious consequences on a person\u2019s life. Whether you\u2019re charged with a criminal or penal offence, whether you\u2019re an adult or a minor, Martine Thibodeau has extensive, successful experience defending clients in court.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]In fact, you\u2019ll be supported and accompanied throughout the entire legal process for the following offences:[\/vc_column_text][mk_custom_list style=”e135″ align=”left”]\n