Criminal Defence Practice Areas
Skilled Legal Defence for a Wide Range of Criminal Charges
At Robert Geurts Law, we represent individuals facing a broad spectrum of criminal charges — from first-time offences to complex, high-stakes cases. With over 35 years of experience in criminal law, including more than a decade as an Assistant Crown Attorney, Robert Geurts provides knowledgeable, strategic, and effective defence for clients across Toronto and the GTA.
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Practice Areas
Whether you are being investigated, have been arrested, or are navigating bail conditions, we are here to protect your rights and guide you through every step of the criminal justice process.
DUI & Driving Offences
Driving charges — particularly impaired driving (DUI) or refusal to provide a breath sample — can result in licence suspensions, fines, and even jail time. We help clients defend against these and other traffic-related criminal offences like dangerous driving and disqualified driving.
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Violent Crimes
We defend clients facing charges related to physical harm or threats, including assault, aggravated assault, domestic violence, criminal harassment, and uttering threats. These cases are often emotionally charged and require a firm legal strategy to protect your reputation and future.
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Weapons Offences
Weapons charges in Ontario are prosecuted aggressively. We represent clients charged with unlawful firearm possession, unauthorized carrying, use of a weapon during an offence, and weapons trafficking. A detailed review of police conduct and evidence handling is critical in these cases.
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Drug Offences
We defend against all types of drug-related charges, including possession, trafficking, production, and import/export offences. Robert Geurts examines search warrants, police procedures, and Charter violations to build a strong and technical defence.
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Homicide & Death Related Charges
If you are facing charges related to death — including murder, attempted murder, manslaughter, or criminal negligence causing death — experienced representation is essential. Robert has acted as lead counsel in homicide prosecutions and brings that high-level courtroom experience to your defence.
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Sexual Offences
Sexual offence charges can carry severe legal and social consequences. We provide discreet, non-judgmental representation in cases involving sexual assault, sexual interference, child pornography, and exploitative offences involving minors. Robert’s courtroom experience ensures a tactful and thorough defence.
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Property & Fraud Offences
These include theft, robbery, break and enter, mischief, arson, identity theft, and a range of fraud charges. As a former Crown who led major fraud prosecutions, Robert understands how these cases are built — and how to defend them effectively.
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Bail Hearings & Violations
Early legal representation during a bail hearing can significantly affect the outcome of your case. We handle urgent bail matters, breach of probation, and violations of release conditions with urgency and attention to detail.
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Provincial Offences
We also represent clients facing serious traffic and regulatory offences such as stunt driving, careless driving causing bodily harm or death, driving while suspended, and driving without insurance. These charges may seem minor, but can carry long-term consequences.
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Robert Geurts is available for urgent bail matters, consultations, and defence strategy sessions. Reach out today for a confidential consultation.
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Core Values
What Guides Our Practice
Integrity
Clients are treated with honesty, fairness, and transparency — always.
Experience
Decades of courtroom insight inform every legal decision.
Focused Representation
Each client works directly with Robert — never passed off to junior associates.
Protection of Rights
Every individual deserves a strong defence and the presumption of innocence.