Criminal ChargesAssaultAssault is the legal word we use for most crimes of violence.Learn MoreAssault (Domestic)Domestic assaults are a very common type of assault that has its own unique features.Learn MoreAssault Peace OfficerAssault peace officer is a potentially more serious type of assault.Learn MoreAssault with a WeaponAssault with a weapon or causing bodily harm are upgraded assaults.Learn MoreBail HearingsAnyone accused of a crime has a right to reasonable bail.Learn MoreBreach of Release OrderBreach offences account for about 10% of all reported crimes.Learn MoreCriminal Contempt of CourtCriminal contempt of court is the intentional public defiance of a court order.Learn MoreCriminal HarassmentCriminal harassment is what people call "stalking" in everyday language.Learn MoreForcible ConfinementForcible confinement means seizing someone against their will.Learn MoreFraud and Theft Over $5,000Fraud and theft over $5,000 are upgraded version of fraud and theft under $5,000.Learn MoreFraud and Theft Under $5,000Fraud and theft are property offences involving dishonesty.Learn MorePolice InvestigationsIt's a good idea to receive legal advice if you're investigated by the police.Learn MorePossession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of TraffickingDrug offences often involve issues of knowledge, control, and the Charter.Learn MorePublication of Intimate Images Without ConsentPublication of intimate images is sometimes called "revenge porn".Learn Mores. 810 Recognizances (Peace Bonds)A peace bonds is a quasi-criminal procedure similar to a "restraining order".Learn MoreSexual AssaultSexual assault is any assault committed for a sexual purpose.Learn MoreUsing a Forged DocumentUsing a forged document is a distinct fraud offence.Learn MoreUttering ThreatsLegally, uttering threats is an offence of violence.Learn MoreVoyeurismVoyeurism is spying on someone for a sexual purpose.Learn MoreWeapons OffencesThere are a range of offences involving possession of a weapon.Learn MoreYouth OffencesLegally, "youth" are people between the ages of 12-18 years old.Learn MoreFREE CONSULTATIONBook a free consultation.Schedule a free consultation with Vancouver lawyer Georges Prat.Learn More