WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
MISCHIEF ALLEGATIONS.
If you are facing mischief (damage to property) charges then you need the advice of someone you can trust, someone who can offer professional guidance that truly has your best interest at heart. Ellis Criminal Law can help you take the proper steps to protect your freedom, starting this very minute.
Damage to property is often in a Domestic context. Regardless of the context, and, depending on the history of the individual accused person, it is often possible to resolve this type of charge without having to go through trial – often times, these charges can be diverted or resolved by way of a discharge – resulting in no criminal conviction.
Domestic-related offences such as assault, mischief, harassment, and other domestic related offences are some of the most commonly occurring offences in our criminal justice system. There is a significant domestic policy that provides for the removal of anyone charged with domestic offences from the home. This can often cause huge hardships for families. There are many ways to expedite a return to the home. There are also many ways to resolve such cases without a criminal record.
There are many technical defences to a trespass to property charge. Depending on the history of the individual accused person, it is often possible to resolve this type of charge without having to go through trial – often times, these charges can be diverted or resolved by way of a discharge – resulting in no criminal conviction.
Our team has the knowledge and extensive trial experience to explain the details of your case and outline your options moving forward. What makes us different from most firms is that we are here when you need us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you have questions about your assault case and want to know the best way to proceed, then contact us now for a free consultation. It is vital that you receive a full and frank review of your case as soon as possible.
PHONE
Office: 519-932-1133
Fax: 519-963-0174
Emergency:
Laura Ellis: 226-926-4767
Ron Ellis: 519-851-6677
Stephen Troyer: 548-881-8877
Available 24/7
FAQ: MISCHIEF (DAMAGE TO PROPERTY)
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Mischief may be prosecuted in one of two ways: by summary conviction or by indictment. Almost invariably, mischief will be prosecuted by summary conviction. However, where the mischief endangers life, it will be prosecuted by indictment. If convicted following a trial by summary conviction, you are liable to a fine of up to $2,000 or 18 months' imprisonment or both. Our office can help you understand the specifics of your case and the potential penalties you may be facing. Contact our office to schedule an appointment.
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Taken from Section 430(1) of the Criminal Code of Canada
(1) Every one commits mischief who wilfully
(a) destroys or damages property;
(b) renders property dangerous, useless, inoperative or ineffective;
(c) obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property; or
(d) obstructs, interrupts or interferes with any person in the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property.
Mischief in relation to data:
(1.1) Every one commits mischief who wilfully
(a) destroys or alters data;
(b) renders data meaningless, useless or ineffective;
(c) obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use of data; or
(d) obstructs, interrupts or interferes with any person in the lawful use of data or denies access to data to any person who is entitled to access thereto.
Punishment
(2) Every one who commits mischief that causes actual danger to life is guilty of an indictable offence and liable to imprisonment for life.
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Our office is mainly focused on cases in London, Ontario and surrounding areas, although in some circumstances we have taken on cases outside of this area. Ellis Criminal Law has assisted clients from coast to coast - travelling to British Columbia, Halifax and the far north to defend clients. We have also assisted clients in the United States and Europe. We are willing to travel to assist you. If you're interested in obtaining legal counsel from Ellis Criminal Law please call our office and set up an appointment so we can review the specifics of your case.
CONTACT US
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OFFICE
468 Ridout St. N.
London, ON N6A 2P7
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
PHONE
Office: 519-932-1133
Fax: 519-963-0174
Emergency:
Laura Ellis: 226-926-4767
Ron Ellis: 519-851-6677
Stephen Troyer: 548-881-8877
Available 24/7
NO MATTER HOW BAD IT GETS, WE HAVE YOUR BACK.
TESTIMONIAL
“Ron and Laura Ellis were absolutely great lawyers when I found myself needing a criminal lawyer. In the end they got my charges taken from a federal charge with jail time to a provincial charge with probation and community service. They are very professional, kind, helpful and understanding and they all make sure you are well informed and walk you through the whole process step by step. If I had questions about anything I could text or call them and I would hear back immediately or within a couple hours 7 days a week. They made sure I understood everything that was going on and gave me their honest opinions and options I had and in the end stood behind my decisions. Even after my court process was over Laura still helped with getting my personal property back and answered my questions about the process of that right away. I definitely 100% recommend this law firm for anyone that finds they need a lawyer. So if you find yourself in a situation that you need legal help give them a call. You will get amazing help from them. And they work on cases together so you get even better legal advice and help.”
T.M.