VIOLENT CRIME DEFENCE LAWYER IN TORONTO
Strategic Legal Defence for Serious Criminal Allegations
Charged With a Violent Crime in Toronto?
Being charged with a violent criminal offence is a life-altering experience. These are some of the most serious charges under the Criminal Code and often carry the risk of jail time, a permanent criminal record, and severe damage to your personal and professional reputation. If you’re facing a violent crime allegation, it’s crucial to retain experienced legal representation right away.
At Robert Geurts Law, we provide strong, strategic defence for individuals charged with violent crimes throughout Toronto and the GTA. With more than 35 years of criminal law experience — including over a decade as an Assistant Crown Attorney — Robert Geurts understands how these cases are prosecuted and what it takes to defend them successfully.
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What Are Violent Crime Charges?
Understanding Violent Offences Under the Criminal Code
Violent crimes involve allegations of physical force, threats, or intimidation against another person. These cases are prosecuted aggressively and can carry significant consequences upon conviction. They often involve complex legal issues such as intent, self-defence, credibility of witnesses, and the admissibility of evidence.
Common violent crime charges include:
Assault (Simple/Common Assault)
Unlawfully applying force or threatening to apply force to another person without their consent.
Assault Causing Bodily Harm
An assault that results in physical injury that is more than minor or fleeting in nature.
Aggravated Assault
A serious form of assault that wounds, maims, disfigures, or endangers the life of another person.
Assault with a Weapon
Using or threatening to use a weapon during an assault, regardless of whether actual injury occurs.
Domestic Assault
An assault that occurs within a domestic or intimate partner relationship, often carrying additional legal consequences and sensitivities.
Uttering Threats
Knowingly making verbal or written threats to cause death, bodily harm, or damage to property or animals.
Criminal Harassment (Stalking)
Engaging in threatening or obsessive behaviour that causes another person to fear for their safety.
Forcible Confinement
Illegally holding or restraining someone against their will, without lawful authority.
Threatening or Intimidating Behaviour
Acting in a way that instills fear, pressure, or control over another person through threats or coercion.
What Are the Potential Consequences?
Penalties for Violent Offences
Conviction for a violent crime can result in serious penalties, even for first-time offenders. The severity of sentencing depends on the specific charge, the circumstances of the offence, and the presence of aggravating factors (e.g. use of a weapon, repeat offence, or serious bodily harm).
Potential consequences include:
Jail or prison time (mandatory in some cases)
Criminal record
Probation or peace bond conditions
Restraining or no-contact orders
Loss of employment or immigration status
Restriction on travel or firearms possession
If you’re charged with a domestic-related assault, additional complications may arise including removal from your home, inability to see your children, or long-term family law consequences.
Building a Strong Defence Strategy
How We Defend Violent Crime Charges
Violent crime charges often rely on witness testimony, conflicting accounts, and police interpretation of events. With decades of courtroom experience and a background as a former prosecutor, Robert Geurts thoroughly investigates every aspect of your case to uncover the truth and build the strongest possible defence.
Common defence strategies include:
Self-Defence or Defence of Others
Consent (in certain assault cases)
Challenging the credibility of witnesses
Unlawful arrest or Charter violations
Lack of intent to cause harm
Insufficient or contradictory evidence
Robert works directly with every client, ensuring their side of the story is heard and their rights are protected at every stage.
What To Do If You’ve Been Charged
Facing Charges? Don’t Go Through It Alone.
If you’ve been charged with a violent offence, your next steps are critical. Do not speak to police or attempt to explain yourself without a lawyer present. Early legal advice can make a significant difference in how your case is handled and whether charges are reduced or withdrawn. Contact Robert Geurts Law for a confidential consultation. We will assess your situation, explain your legal options, and develop a defence plan tailored to your case.
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Related Offences We Handle
Other Related Charges We Defend
In addition to standard assault charges, Robert Geurts also defends clients facing serious related offences, including:
Robbery and Armed Robbery
Attempted Murder
Kidnapping or Forcible Confinement
Threats to Cause Death or Serious Harm
Criminal Negligence Causing Bodily Harm
Each of these charges comes with unique legal complexities, but with the right defence strategy, outcomes can often be improved or charges dismissed.