Charged with assault in Mississauga or elsewhere in Ontario? We fight to protect your freedom, reputation, and future.
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Self-defence, lack of intent, mistaken identity – every assault case has potential defences. Our Mississauga lawyers know how to identify weaknesses in the Crown’s evidence and build your strongest possible defence.
Proving your right to defend yourself or others from harm.
Challenging witness credibility and physical evidence.
Stopping unlawful arrest, search, or interrogation.
Questioning the ability to prove criminal intent.
| Assault Charge | Indictable Conviction | Summary Conviction |
|---|---|---|
| Assault s. 266 | Maximum 5 years | Available |
| Assaulting peace officer with a weapon or causing bodily harm s. 270.01(1) | Maximum 10 years | Available |
| Aggravated assault s.268 | Maximum 14 years | Not available |
| Assaulting a peace officer s. 270 | Maximum 5 years | Available |
| Assaulting peace officer with weapon or causing bodily harm s. 270.01(1) | Maximum 10 years | Available |
| Aggravated assault of peace officer s. 270.02 | Maximum 14 years | Not available |
| Maximum 18 months if complainant over 16 years old Maximum two years less a day if the complainant is under 16 years old | Maximum 18 months if complainant over 16 years old Maximum two years less a day if the complainant is under 16 years old | Maximum 18 months if complainant over 16 years old Maximum two years less a day if the complainant is under 16 years old |
Don’t accept these penalties. Our defence strategies can help you avoid or minimize these consequences.
Self-defence successfully established – no criminal record.
Witness credibility challenged – full acquittal.
Disclaimer: Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Each case is unique and results depend on specific facts and circumstances.
Assault is a hybrid offence. Simple assault involves little or no injury. Aggravated assault causes serious harm such as wounding, maiming, or endangering life, and carries heavier penalties.
Yes. Self-defence applies if you reasonably believed force was needed to protect yourself or others from imminent harm. We investigate these claims thoroughly.
A conviction is permanent unless pardoned. We aim for withdrawals, stays, or dismissals to help you avoid a criminal record.
Your freedom, career, and reputation are on the line. Our assault defence lawyers are standing by to protect your rights and fight for your freedom.
