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Robbery

Robbery Charge Withdrawn After Preliminary Inquiry

R v S.

Our client was charged with robbery alongside a co-accused. It was alleged that they robbed several people over the course of an afternoon. From the outset, our client steadfastly maintained his innocence and elected to proceed to a preliminary inquiry, requiring the Crown to prove that there was sufficient evidence to justify a trial.

At the preliminary inquiry, we conducted a thorough and strategic cross-examination of the Crown’s key witnesses. After the testimony of only two witnesses, critical weaknesses in the Crown’s case became apparent, including deficiencies in identification and reliability.

In light of the evidence elicited through cross-examination, the Crown withdrew the robbery charge against our client, while the matter against the co-accused proceeded separately.

This case underscores the power of early courtroom advocacy and rigorous cross-examination, and demonstrates how the preliminary inquiry can be a decisive tool in exposing a weak prosecution before a case ever reaches trial.

Serious Youth Assault and Robbery Charges Withdrawn Through Pre-Trial Advocacy

R v C.

Our client, a youth, was charged with multiple serious offences arising from an alleged group assault and robbery near a high school. Police alleged that several youths forcibly removed a student from school property and participated in a violent incident off-site.

After a careful review of disclosure, including CCTV footage and witness statements, we advanced a focused pre-trial position to the Crown demonstrating that while our client was initially present with the group, he left before any offences occurred and did not participate in the criminal conduct.

Through targeted pre-trial advocacy, we were able to clearly distinguish our client’s limited involvement from the actions of others. As a result, the Crown withdrew all charges against our client prior to trial.

This case highlights the critical importance of early disclosure analysis and strategic pre-trial advocacy, particularly in youth matters, where the long-term consequences of a criminal record can be profound.