Serious Consequences
Convictions can bring custody, sex offender registration and other orders.
Sexual Assault Defence
Sexual Assault Defence Lawyer
in Toronto
A sexual assault allegation can affect every part of your life: your family, your work and your reputation. These cases require careful, discreet and thorough representation.
JT Defence Law represents individuals facing sexual assault and related allegations in Toronto and across Ontario, from the investigation stage through trial.
Schedule a Confidential ConsultationWhy Sexual Assault Allegations Require Careful Defence
Sexual offence cases are governed by specialized rules of evidence and procedure, and the consequences of a conviction can be severe and long-lasting.
These cases frequently turn on credibility and reliability, and on detailed legal rules about consent, prior sexual history and the use of private records. Pre-trial applications are often required, and preparation must begin early.
Specialized Rules
Detailed Criminal Code provisions govern evidence in these trials.
Discretion
We handle every matter with sensitivity and confidentiality.
Bail Conditions
Release terms can affect where you live and who you can contact.
What We Do
Strategic, discreet and thorough representation.
We review the disclosure in detail, including statements, messages and other records, and identify the evidentiary and legal issues in your case.
Where appropriate, we bring the pre-trial applications required to use certain evidence in your defence, and we prepare carefully for cross-examination and trial.
Early Advice
Guidance during investigation, before any statement to police.
Disclosure Analysis
Close review of statements, messages and timelines.
Pre-Trial Applications
Applications under the Criminal Code’s evidentiary rules.
Trial Preparation
Careful preparation for judge-alone or jury trials.
Allegations We Defend
Sexual offence allegations
We defend clients facing a range of sexual offence allegations under the Criminal Code.
- Sexual assault
- Sexual assault with a weapon or causing bodily harm
- Aggravated sexual assault
- Sexual interference and invitation to sexual touching
- Historical allegations
- Related bail and peace bond matters
Our Approach
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Confidential Consultation
We discuss the allegation, your rights and the immediate steps you should and should not take.
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Thorough Review
We analyze the disclosure and identify evidence and applications that may matter in your case.
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Prepared Advocacy
We bring the necessary applications and present your defence at trial.
Our Goal: If you have been accused of or charged with a sexual offence, speak with a lawyer before speaking with anyone else about the allegation.
FAQ’s
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common questions about sexual assault allegations in Ontario.
01 What Does Consent Mean Under Canadian Law?
Consent means voluntary agreement to the specific sexual activity at the time it occurs. It can be withdrawn at any time, and the Criminal Code sets out circumstances in which there is no consent. Whether consent was present is a factual and legal question decided in each case.
02 Should I Contact The Complainant To Explain My Side?
No. Contacting the complainant can lead to additional charges and may breach bail or release conditions. Speak with a lawyer about how your side of the story can properly be presented.
03 What Are Section 276 And Records Applications?
The Criminal Code limits the use of a complainant’s prior sexual activity and certain private records as evidence. If the defence wants to use such evidence, it must usually bring an application to the court in advance. These applications are technical and require careful preparation.
04 Will My Name Be Published?
The complainant’s identity is usually protected by a publication ban. The accused’s name is not automatically protected, although in some cases a ban may apply to information that could identify the complainant. Your lawyer can explain how this applies to your case.
05 Can I Be Charged For An Allegation From Many Years Ago?
Yes. There is generally no limitation period for serious criminal offences in Canada, so historical allegations can be prosecuted. These cases raise their own evidentiary issues.
This page provides general information about Ontario criminal law and is not legal advice. Every case depends on its own facts. Speak with a lawyer about your specific situation. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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If you have been accused of or charged with a sexual offence, speak with a lawyer before speaking with anyone else about the allegation.
- Sexual assault
- Historical allegations
- Pre-trial applications
- Confidential advice
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