The accused was charged with Impaired Driving CC.320.14(1)(a) as they were believed to have been impaired by cannabis while driving. After the Crown’s delay in providing blood results, the charge was stayed.
Author: Nicholas Robinson Criminal Lawyer
R.v. A.B.
The accused was charged with Impaired Driving CC.320.14(1)(a) and Exceed .08 cc.320.14(1)(b). The matter was later set for trial. All charges were stayed in the lead up to trial.
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R. v. M.Y.
The accused was charged with Assault CC. 266 on their spouse. The accused began receiving counselling. Upon the completion of treatment to the satisfaction of the Crown, a Stay of Proceedings was issued with the accused maintaining no criminal record.