REGINA V H.M. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
H was charged with various counts of assault and assault causing bodily harm contrary to section 266 and 267 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose following a domestic disturbance call that was received from an alleged prostitute.
REGINA V C.C. [PROVINCIAL COURT, COCHRANE]
C was charged with very serious offences of 271 and 151 of the Criminal Code, sexual assault and sexual interference that related to allegations of inappropriate touching of a daughter in law. The allegations arose following recent family drama with respect to custody of the complainant and government money
REGINA V L.E. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
L was charged with multiple counts of break and enter to commit an assault and aggravated assault contrary to sections 348 and 268 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose following a disagreement with L and her partner with a 3rd party about money that was owed to them.
REGINA V B.J. [PROVINCIAL COURT, DRUMHELLER]
B was charged with the serious offence of sexual assault of his common law partner contrary to section 271 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose in the course of a child custody dispute where each party was arguing over who should get more time with the child.
REGINA V Y.D. [COURT OF QUEEN'S BENCH - RED DEER]
Y was charged with allegations of sexual assault, unlawfully choking with intent to commit an indictable offence and assault, contrary to sections 271, 246, and 266 of the Criminal Code of Canada. The allegations arose following a drunken one night stand where the complainant went to the police many months later after Y would not continue to see her.
REGINA V A.A. [PROVINCIAL COURT, AIRDRIE]
A was charged with the serious offence of sexual assault contrary to section 271 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose when a previous girlfriend attended a church meeting about celibacy, where the pastor informed the attendees that those who had pre-marital sex would not get into heaven.
REGINA V D.T. [COURT OF QUEEN'S BENCH - RED DEER]
D was charged with the serious offences of sexual interference and sexual assault contrary to section 151 and 271 of the Criminal Code. These offences carry a mandatory minimum jail term of 1 year. The allegations arose following a family dispute where the daughter of D wanted to go and live with her mother in another province and be allowed to date her much older boyfriend.
REGINA V M.D. [PROVINCIAL COURT, AIRDRIE]
M was charged with impaired operation of a conveyance and over 80 operation of a conveyance contrary to sections 320.14(1)(a) and 320.14(1)(b) of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose following a late night traffic stop after a 911 call to the RCMP.
REGINA V B.K. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
B was charged with allegations of impaired operation of a conveyance and refusal of a breath demand, contrary to sections 320.14(1)(A) and 320.15 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose when the CPS responded early in the morning to a parked vehicle in a suburb and found B waiting for his friend to get into his house.
REGINA v T.J. [PROVINCIAL COURT, LETHBRIDGE]
T was charged with allegations of impaired operation of a conveyance and over 80 operation of a conveyance, contrary to sections 320.14(1)(A) and 320.14(1)(B) of the Criminal Code. The charges were brought against T after the Lethbridge police pulled him over late at night when T was driving with his lights off.
REGINA V B.T. [PROVINCIAL COURT, PANOKA]
B was charged with allegations of impaired operation of a conveyance and operating a conveyance with an alcohol concentration over 80 contrary to 320.14(1)(A) and 320.14(1)(B) of the Criminal Code. B was arrested following a high speed single vehicle collision on a snowy night on the highway. After retaining Calgary defence lawyer Curtis Mennie, pleas of not guilty were entered and the matters were scheduled for trial.
REGINA V F.D. [COURT OF QUEEN'S BENCH, CALGARY]
F was charged with attempted murder contrary to section 239 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose following an investigation into several meth uses in Didsbury. During the trial the entire case against F was dependent on an a hearsay statement being ordered admitted for the truth of its contents.
REGINA M.D. [PROVINCIAL COURT, STRATHMORE]
M was charged with numerous driving offences including hit and run, mischief, and dangerous operation of a conveyance contrary to sections 252, 430, and 320.13(2) of the Criminal Code. M was also charged under the Traffic Safety Act with leaving the scene of an accident and no insurance. The allegations arose following an early morning vehicle rollover into a fence in Strathmore, when the RCMP attended the scene no driver was present
REGINA V R.D. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
R was charged with assault causing bodily harm contrary to section 267 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose following an altercation between R and his landlord were the landlord was assaulted with a fridge door that required him having to get stitches.
REGINA V O.J. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
O was charged with a domestic assault contrary to section 266 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose following a domestic between O and his partner were there were no other witnesses.
REGINA V M.C. [PROVINCIAL COURT, STRATHMORE]
M was charged with numerous stolen property offences contrary to section 355(a) of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose following an RCMP
REGINA V M.T. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
M was charged with an assault, unlawful confinement and criminal harassment contrary to section 266, 264 and 279(2) of the Criminal Code of Canada. The allegations arose from a domestic situation with M’s common law partner whom he was in the midst of a separation with.
REGINA V M.T. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
M was charged with a domestic assault contrary to section 266 of the Criminal Code. The allegations were from several years prior and the charge had been at warrant for several years.
REGINA V B.K. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
B was charged with one count of breaking and entering with intent to commit and indictable offence contrary to section 348(1)(a) of the Criminal Code of Canada. The allegations arose following a delayed complaint made by B’s ex partner that B showed up to her house, broke in and assaulted her.
REGINA V W.D. [PROVINCIAL COURT, AIRDRIE]
W was charged with multiple counts of possessing credit cards that had been obtained in the commission of an offence in Canada contrary to section 342(1)(c) of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose after W was caught on camera using these cards at a gas station.
REGINA V C.J. [COURT OF QUEEN'S BENCH, CALGARY]
C was charged with numerous property and weapons offences under the Criminal Code. Before retaining Calgary criminal lawyer Curtis Mennie, C chose to run his own bail hearing in front of a justice of the peace and was ordered detained on the secondary grounds of bail (substantial likelihood that the offender will commit further offences in the community). Following his detention order, Calgary defence lawyer Curtis Mennie was retained to conduct a bail review in the Court of Queen’s Bench to have C released. After meeting with C and his family, a release plan was crafted that Curtis Mennie knew would be appropriate for him to be released. At the bail review the Crown argued that C should stay in jail until his charges were dealt with, Calgary criminal lawyer Curtis Mennie successfully argued that C should be granted bail. C was ordered to be released.
REGINA V P.S. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, COCHRANE]
P was charge with serious allegations of a major sexual assault contrary to section 271 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose following a complaint made to the Cochrane RCMP that P forcefully, and without consent, engaged in intercourse with the complainant. After retaining the law office of Calgary criminal lawyer Curtis Mennie the matter was expeditiously scheduled for trial and pleas of not guilty were entered. After reviewing the disclosure, Calgary defence lawyer Curtis Mennie came to realize that the credibility and reliability of the complainant was very thin. Following 4 pretrial conferences with the assigned Crown a number of evidentiary issues arose that put the Crown at a significant disadvantage. Following the last pretrial conference, where Calgary defence lawyer Curtis Mennie successfully opposed the Crown’s application to adjourn the trial date, the charges against P were stayed. P received no criminal record.
REGINA V M.J. [PROVINCIAL COURT, DIDSBURY]
M was charged with allegations of breaching a condition of his recognizance not to be within a certain distance of the complainant’s home contrary to section 145 of the Criminal Code. Calgary Criminal lawyer Curtis Mennie met with M and prepared a defence which included an alibi witness. M’s own son was able to give a statement to the RCMP about the location of M at the time of the offence. Prior to trial the Crown’s office was seeking a jail sentence on a plea of guilty. On the day of trial, Calgary criminal lawyer Curtis Mennie entered Court prepared to run the case. On the day of trial the charge was withdrawn by the Crown prosecutor. M received no criminal record.
REGINA V W.D. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
W was charged with assaulting his domestic partner contrary to section 266 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose following a domestic dispute where W was arrested upon the arrival of the Calgary Police Service. Calgary Criminal Lawyer Curtis Mennie reviewed all the disclosure of the allegations and prepared the matter for trial and to run the defence of self-defence. On the day of trial the charge against W was stayed as the Crown was not prepared to proceed to trial. W maintained no criminal convictions on his record.
REGINA v Q.T. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
Q was charged with multiple counts of unlawful confinement, assault and uttering threats contrary to sections 279, 266, and 264 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose with respect to an attempted robbery of three people, all of whom knew each other. Q retained Calgary criminal lawyer Curtis Mennie who immediately reviewed disclosure where it became apparent that there was much more to the allegations; two of the three people alleged to have had offences committed against them were in on the act. Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie set the matters down fro trial knowing that the witnesses would collapse while testifying, one week prior to trial the Crown withdraw all charges against Q, he received no criminal record.
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REGINA V O. D. [PROVINCIAL COURT, DRUMHELLER]
O was charged with trafficking methamphetamine in a federal penitentiary contrary to section 5(2) of the Controlled Drug and Substances Act. The allegations involved a quantity of packaged drugs and a cell phone being found above a ceiling panel above a cell that was shared by 2 inmates, including O. Once O retained Calgary defence lawyer Curtis Mennie, disclosure of the internal investigation, carried out by the Correctional staff was requested; this included their own investigatory notes and conclusions, as well as the inmate records for the other occupants of the cell. Calgary defence lawyer Curtis Mennie also entered pleas of not guilty and scheduled the matters down for trial. The Crown took the position that these materials were 3rd party and an application was scheduled for a Court order to the facility to hand over all documents that pertain to this investigation. On the eve of the Pre-trial conference for the application, all charges against O were stayed. O received no criminal record for the charges.
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REGINA V R.D. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
R was charged with assaulting a peace officer, resisting arrest, and obstruction, contrary to sections 270 and 129 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose following an incident at a public park where an officer had attempted to illegally detain and arrest several individuals. R retained Calgary Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie who began working with R to compile video of the incident. Disclosure was reviewed and the officer’s statement was in complete contradiction to the video of the detention and arrest. Curtis Mennie set up a meeting with the assigned Crown to show that the officer’s statement was not credible. The Crown agreed to withdraw all charges against R. R received no criminal record.
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REGINA V M.T. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
T was charged with an assault with a weapon contrary to section 267 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose from an incident at a truck stop where T was captured on video getting into an altercation with another trucker, both wielded weapons of a hammer and baton. After retaining Calgary Defence Lawyer Curtis Mennie a meeting was setup with the Crown’s office where all of the positive contributions T had made in his life was explained and that it was incredibly out of character for him to be involved in such an incident. Ultimately it was agreed that T was be referred to the alternative measures program and after completing a counselling program all charges against him were withdrawn. T received no criminal record and was able to maintain his employment with his trucking company.
T wrote the following: “Thank you for all the work you put into clearing my record, and believing in me from the start. You can be sure you will be recommended as a defence attorney with superior negotiating skills. You, also, are very personable and reassuring. With Deep, sincere gratitude and appreciation”
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REGINA V A.H. [PROVINCIAL COURT, STRATHMORE]
H was charged with a single count of sexual interference contrary to section 151 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose following an interview given by the complainant to the RCMP and the allegations consisted of inappropriate groping. H retained Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie who immediately sought the interview during which the “accusations” were made. Following disclosure it became very apparent that the witness had attempted to recant several times and was threatened by the police for doing so. The witness was suffering from serious mental health issues all of which were brought to the attention of the Crown, including the witness recanting to several family members and to her doctor. Once the materials were reviewed by the Crown the charges against H were withdrawn. He received no criminal record.
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REGINA V A.N. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
N was charged with multiple counts of forgery contrary to section 366 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose from the forgery of prescriptions to a pharmacist in Calgary. N suffered from a serious drug addiction as well as several mental health issues. After retaining Calgary Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie, a meeting was set up between N and the mental health workers at the Court house. N was approved for the mental health diversion program and after successful completion all charges against N were withdrawn.
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REGINA V W.A. [PROVINCIAL COURT, DIDSBURY]
W was charged with multiple counts of possessing stolen property contrary to section 355 of the Criminal Code after the RCMP raided his farm North of Didsbury and discovered stolen goods in a barn. W explained to criminal defence lawyer Curtis Mennie that there were multiple people residing on his property and that the stolen goods were not his nor did he have knowledge of them. Following a meeting between Curtis Mennie and the Crown, it was agreed that W would swear a statutory declaration that none of the property was his and the charges would be withdrawn. W received no criminal record and all charges against him were withdrawn.
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REGINA V M.M. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
M was charged with break and enter with intent to commit an indictable offence contrary to section 348(1)(a) of the Criminal Code. M had previously had another lawyer who advised M to plead guilty to a lessor offence. After retaining Calgary Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie, Curtis met with M and it was very apparent that M was suffering from a mental disorder at the time of the alleged offence. Curtis Mennie arranged for M to meet with the mental health diversion workers from Alberta Health Services where it was determined that she was a suitable candidate for their program. Following 3 months of working with the mental health diversion team all charges were withdrawn against M.
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REGINA V P.S. [COURT OF QUEEN’S BENCH ALBERTA, CALGARY]
The accused was charged with multiple serious weapons charges, including the most serious possession offence in Canada of possession of a restricted firearm with ammunition contrary to section 95(1) of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose following a standoff in Morley where the RCMP barricaded a trailer after allegedly hearing muffled .22 rifle shots. The RCMP ultimately called in a tactical unit who discharged a smoke grenade into the unit after which 3 individuals ran out coughing and vomiting. A sawed of .22 rifle was found in the trailer along with ammunition. The RCMP did not take any photos of inside the unit nor did any gun shot residue analysis with any of the individuals in the trailer. The individuals gave statements but they were agreed by the Crown to be inadmissible given the major inadequacies of the officer’s notes. Calgary Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie filed Charter notice on behalf of his client and met with the Crown in the days leading up to trial to discuss the inadequacies of the case. On the eve of trial the Crown stayed all charges against P.
https://calgarysun.com/news/provincial/two-men-charged-in-dangerous-standoff-in-morley
https://cochranenow.com/local/update-gunshots-and-lockdown-in-morley
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/morley-standoff-rcmp-charges-stayed-powderface-wesley-beaver-1.5082229
https://edmontonsun.com/news/crime/charges-dropped-in-police-standoff-which-led-to-school-shutdowns/wcm/2b3adf52-6327-4ad8-8973-d838cd011c33
https://calgarysun.com/news/crime/charges-dropped-in-police-standoff-which-led-to-school-shutdowns
https://calgaryherald.com/news/crime/charges-dropped-in-police-standoff-which-led-to-school-shutdowns/wcm/985eff4e-efba-4ccd-aa2a-f971692bf2e6
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REGINA V R.M. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, COCHRANE]
The accused was charged with serious allegations of sexual interference contrary to section 151 of the Criminal Code. Calgary criminal Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie and R reviewed the disclosure and the timing of the allegation, it was determined that R was somewhere else at the time and alibi notice was filed with the Crown. On the day of trial multiple witnesses attended Court to testify that R was not present when the allegations occurred. On the day of trial the Crown withdrew the charge against R, he received no criminal record.
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REGINA V C.L. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
C was charged with multiple counts of fraud and offences under the Fair Trading Act for allegedly selling vehicles that had their odometers rolled back. Prior to retaining Calgary Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie, C was advised by the Crown they would be seeking a fine of $20,000 in total for the offences plus restitution. C retained Curtis Mennie who reviewed the disclosure and set up a meeting with the Crown. Curtis Mennie was able to show the Crown why it would not be able to prove that C had rolled back the odometers and all matters were resolved to a plea to selling a vehicle without a license to do so. C received no criminal record and was required to pay a fraction of the fine has was originally asked to pay.
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REGINA V M.D. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
M was charged with multiple offences including mischief and uttering threats contrary to sections 430 and 264.1 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose from a drunken misunderstanding at a Boston Pizza where M poured a beer on a VLT and allegedly made some comments to the hostess. After meeting with M, Curtis Mennie met with the Crown assigned to the file where it was agreed that if M paid for the damage caused to the VLT machine all the charges against him would be withdrawn. M did so, all the charges were withdrawn and M received no criminal record.
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REGINA V Y.P. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, YOUTH COURT COCHRANE]
Y was charged with robbery contrary to section 343 of the Criminal Code for an allegation that Y participated in the robbery of a bar in town. The Crown alleged that Y was a look out for another accused who went into a bar with a box cutter and held up the employee and made off with cash and liquor. The two then departed the scene and went back to a bush party where Y immediately went home without any cash or liquor. The Crown would not resolve the charges prior to trial for anything less than a criminal plea to possession of stolen property. Calgary Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie set the matter down for trial and prepared with Y. On the day of trial the Crown stayed the charge against Y.
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REGINA V S.J [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, OKOTOKS]
S was charged with an allegation of sexual assault contrary to section 271 of the Criminal Code for an allegation that he raped his wife. After interviewing S, Calgary Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie set the matter down for trial immediately. S and his wife (now ex) were going through a custody battle and as a result the complainant had filed several affidavits in the Court of Queen’s Bench making outrageous claims about S. Curtis Mennie was able to obtain these sworn statements and use them along with her multiple police statements to show that S was incredulous about her claim having given different versions to different people about the charge, some involving rape and some not. Over time, and once the complainant spoke to a lawyer about divorce proceedings, the story got worse and worse about what S allegedly did. At trial the various accounts were put before the complainant which were all logically inconsistent. After Curtis Mennie finished cross-examination the Crown stayed the charge against S.
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REGINA V L.J. [COURT OF APPEAL ALBERTA, CALGARY]
L retained Curtis Mennie for an appeal of her conviction of a dangerous driving causing death conviction, contrary to section 249 of the Criminal Code. L was convicted following a trial by jury, she was serving a 2.5 year sentence when she sought an order staying her sentence pending the outcome of the appeal. Calgary Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie prepared the application and argued it at the Court of Appeal against the Crown who was opposed to her release. The Court of Appeal agreed with Curtis Mennie and L was released pending the outcome of her appeal.
https://calgaryherald.com/news/crime/dangerous-driver-sentenced-to-30-months-for-okotoks-cyclists-death
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REGINA V F.J. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
The accused was charged with two counts of criminal negligence causing death contrary to section 220 of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose after F suffered a seizure while driving his truck and in a horrific accident struck a vehicle, tragically killing the driver and passenger. The issue at trial was focused on whether or not F should have been driving given his medical history of epilepsy, defence evidence was called including the accused and an expert in the field of neurology. Curtis Mennie argued that F did everything in his power to remain seizure free on the day of the accident. The Trial Judge reserved and ultimately found F not guilty of all charges.
https://calgary.ctvnews.ca/man-accused-in-fatal-crash-in-superstore-parking-lot-found-not-guilty-1.4224392
https://globalnews.ca/news/4777438/judge-acquits-james-farkas-collision-calgary/
https://calgarysun.com/news/crime/driver-who-suffered-epileptic-seizure-before-fatal-crash-should-be-cleared-says-lawyer
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/james-farkas-rashmi-ritvik-bale-trial-verdict-not-guilty-1.4952390
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/james-farkas-rashmi-ritvik-bale-1.4878832
https://vancouversun.com/pmn/news-pmn/canada-news-pmn/calgary-man-with-epilepsy-acquitted-in-crash-that-killed-a-man-and-his-sister/wcm/f903ba81-742a-4639-a445-09bda1ee06d6
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REGINA V C.A. [PROVINCIAL COURT, CALGARY]
C was charged with multiple counts of breaching his conditional sentence order contrary to section 742 of the Criminal Code. The allegations stemmed from breaches of non consumption of intoxicating substances and no contact with an individual. The Crown was seeking to collapse C’s CSO, in which case he would have to serve the remainder of his sentence in jail. After meeting with criminal defence lawyer Curtis Mennie, C was directed to enroll in an anger management course and to complete that prior to sentencing on his breaches. At the sentencing the Crown still wanted to collapse the CSO and Curtis Mennie submitted that given C’s recent accomplishments nothing should be done and he should be allowed to continue on with his CSO, ultimately the Judge agreed with Curtis Mennie.
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REGINA V D.G. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
D was charged with multiple counts of possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking contrary to section 5(2) of the Controlled Drug and Substances Act. The allegation was that D was pulled over for speeding pursuant to the Traffic Safety Act. Once pulled over the arresting officer observed D being agitated and a cell phone buzzing repeatedly and noted that D had no driver’s license. Based on those grounds D was arrested and the vehicle was subsequently searched for drugs where they found a small amount packaged in the backseat. Curtis Mennie set the matter down for trial and filed a Charter application arguing for exclusion of the evidence of drugs due to an unlawful search following an illegal arrest. On the day of trial and in anticipation of Curtis Mennie arguing that D’s section 8 and 9 rights against unlawful search and seizure and right against arbitrary detention were breached, the charges were withdrawn.
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REGINA V H.A. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, STRATHMORE]
H was charged with section 271 and 151 of the Criminal Code of Canada for allegations that he sexually assaulted and sexually interfered with the daughter of his partner. After retaining Calgary defence lawyer Curtis Mennie, all witnesses were immediately interviewed and it became very apparent that they allegations were made as a result of some serious mental health issues and delusions. Following several meetings the complainant went into the police station to recant her statement. Once this was disclosed and brought to the attention of the assigned Crown along with copies of her medical documentation that she recanted to her doctors as well the all charges with withdrawn against H.
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REGINA V J.J. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
J was charged under section 253(1)(a) and 253(1)(b) of the Criminal Code for impaired operation and over 80 operation of a motor vehicle. The matters were set down for trial and Calgary defence lawyer Curtis Mennie filed Charter notice due to a violation of B's rights. The over 80 charged was withdrawn before trial and following a trail with J testified, J was acquitted of all charges against her. She was able to get her license back on the same day.
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REGINA V L.M. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, MEDICINE HAT]
M was charged under section 254(5) and 145(2) for refusal to provide a sample into an approved instrument and failure to appear at court. Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie entered pleas of not guilty and set teh matters down for trial. During the trial the qualified technician took the stand to testify against M when an important piece of his evidence was noted as not disclosed to the defence. When issue brought up with Crown all charges against M were withdrawn.
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REGINA V S.H. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
H charged under section 4(1) of the Controlled Drug and Substance Act for possession of marijuana and cocaine. Calgary defence lawyer Curtis Mennie discussed the circumstances of the arrest and of H with the Crown and H was admitted to the alternative measures program. Once H completed the alternative measures all charges were withdrawn.
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REGINA V C.J. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
J was charged under the Traffic Safety Act for failure to remain at the scene of an accident and careless driving. The allegations arose out of an accident report J was compelled to make under the Traffic Safety Act which was in violation of J's section 7 right against self-incrimination. Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie filed a charter application asking to exclude all of the Crown’s evidence of identification. Following a meeting with the Crown about the case, all tickets were withdrawn as any evidence used to convict J would be inadmissible in Court.
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REGINA V M.B. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
B was charged under section 259(4) of the Criminal Code for driving while disqualified. B was serving a driving prohibition when he was involved in a motor vehicle collision while operating a motor vehicle. Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie set the charges down for trial and filed a Charter application. All statements given by B were compelled under the Traffic Safety Act, section 7 Charter notice was given due to the violation of B's right to not incriminate himself. At trial the Criminal charge was withdrawn.
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REGINA V C.W. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA - CALGARY]
W charged under section 264(1) and 168(1) of the Criminal Code for criminal harassment and mailing obscene material with respect to calls and letters mailed to the complainant. Following a meeting with Calgary Defence Lawyer Curtis Mennie and the Crown, explaining the situation from W's perspective the Crown changed their position from jail to consenting to entering into a peace bond. W entered into a peace bond for a period of one year with all Criminal charges being withdrawn.
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REGINA V A.O. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA - CALGARY]
O charged under section 267 of the Criminal Code for assault with a weapon following an altercation with her friend. On the day of trial Curtis Mennie was able to present his case to the Crown including the lack of eye-witnesses and the issue of self-defense that would be raised and the Crown agreed that there was no reasonable likelihood of conviction and withdrew the charges.
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REGINA V B.G. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA - CALGARY]
D charged under section 265 and 430 of the Criminal Code for assault and mischief following an alleged road rage incident involving a cyclist and a motorist. Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie entered pleas of not guilty and set down the charges for trial. After reaching out to the Crown it was agreed that all charges were to be withdrawn due to issues of self-defense and no reasonable likelihood of conviction.
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REGINA V A.G. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA - CALGARY]
G was charged under sections 355(b), 117.01(1), 354, 467.11, 465(1)(c), 467.12 and 334(b) of the Criminal Code for offences relating involvement in a criminal organization, including conspiracy to commit indictable offences relating to the importation of drugs. Defence lawyers Curtis Mennie and Shamsher Kothari scheduled the matters down for a bail hearing, following an all day bail hearing G ordered released pending trial.
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REGINA V J.B. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, OKOTOKS]
B was charged under section 253(1)(a) and 253(1)(b) of the Criminal Code for impaired operation and over 80 operation of a motor vehicle. Calgary defence lawyer Curtis Mennie set down the charges for trial due to a violation of B's Charter rights, once the Crown reviewed the disclosure all charges were withdrawn including a Gaming and Liquor Act ticket.
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REGINA V D.R. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
R was charged under section 254 and 253(1)(a) of the Criminal Code for refusal to provide a breath sample and impaired operation of a motor vehicle. Following the trial, Calgary defence lawyer Curtis Mennie provided the Crown with case law outlining their burden to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that there were reasonable and probable grounds for the arrest of R including R being in care or control of the motor vehicle. Prior to closing argument the Crown withdrew all charges against R.
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REGINA V N.R. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
N was charged with section 753.3 of the Criminal Code for an allegation of breach of a long term sentence order. Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie reached out to the assigned Crown, it was agreed upon that the charge would be withdrawn and N would enter in a peace bond, saving him from a year in jail,
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REGINA V J.M. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
REGINA V J.M. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
J was charged with section 380(a) of the Criminal Code for an allegation of defrauding the Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped for over $25,000. Calgary defence lawyer Curtis Mennie reached out for resolution discussions with the Crown, it was agreed upon that the Criminal Charge was withdrawn and J entered a plea to a regulatory offence under the Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped Act. J received no criminal record and no jail.
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REGINA V F.G. [COURT OF QUEEN'S BENCH, CALGARY]
F was charged with section 254(5) of the Criminal Code for an allegation of refusing to provide a breath sample at the roadside. Calgary Police received a call about a potential impaired/hit and run that occurred in a parking lot and met F in her driveway when she got home. F was given only 4 attempts to blow into the device before she was arrested despite her genuine attempts and continued effort; ultimately she had a complete breakdown in the backseat of the police car. Calgary Criminal Defence Lawyer Curtis Mennie represented F at trial and called her as a witness. F’s testimony was accepted by the trial judge and F was found not guilty of that charge. The Crown appealed the trial Judges's decision. Curtis represented F again on appeal, following written and oral argument the Crown's appeal was dismissed by the Justice.
https://www.canlii.org/en/ab/abpc/doc/2016/2016abpc225/2016abpc225.html?resultIndex=1
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REGINA V F.K. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
F was charged with 8 counts of section 380 of the Criminal Code for allegations of defrauding clients of a child care service for over $50,000. Calgary Defence Lawyer Curtis Mennie entered pleas of not guilty and set all charges down for a preliminary inquiry, following the three days of evidence 4 counts were withdrawn due to lack of evidence. In the following months all charges were subsequently withdrawn against F.
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REGINA V G.J. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, SIK SISKA]
G was charged with section 266 and 267 of the Criminal Code for allegations of an assault causing bodily harm that arose out of an incident at a house party. Criminal Lawyer Curtis Mennie set the matters down fro trial and entered into resolution discussions with the Crown, following those discussions all charges were withdrawn and G entered into a Peace Bond.
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REGINA V H.W. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, STRATHMORE]
H was charged with section 266 of the Criminal Code for allegations that he assaulted his former partner when he was trying to remove his possessions from their home. Matter set down for trial, on day of trial H entered into a Peace Bond and no criminal record was received.
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REGINA V J.C. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
J was charged with domestic assault under section 266 of the Criminal Code for allegations that he assaulted his former partner while they were living together. After trial, following cross-examination by Curtis D. Mennie, the Judge found the complainant to have no credibility with respect to her testimony. With the complaint being found both not credible nor reliable, J was found not guilty of the offence. J had another trial scheduled with the same complainant and for other Criminal Code offences that were able to be resolved by a peace bond, preventing J from receiving a criminal record.
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REGINA V R.R. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
REGINA V R.R. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
R was charged with breaking and entering under section 348 of the Criminal Code for allegations that he broke into a friend's house where he would frequently attend. Defence prepares issue of mistaken belief of permission to attend residence. Following discussion with Crown on morning of trial, charges were withdrawn.
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REGINA V I.M. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
I was charged with two counts of assault and one count of mischief under section 266 and 430 of the Criminal Code for allegations that he assaulted two individuals and physically damage a vehicle by kicking it. Following review of disclosure and discussing the matter with I, defence entered pleas to the counts and ordered a Pre-Sentence Report. During sentencing submissions, Defence made an application for a Conditional Discharge while the Crown was seeking probation. Ultimately the Judge ordered a Conditional Discharge where I would not receive a Criminal Record.
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REGINA V N.S. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
N was charged with a municipal bylaw offence under section 25 of the Responsible Pet Ownership, for allegations that her two family dogs were threatening individuals in her backyard. The public had an easement on her property and N had video surveillance showing the behavior of her dogs. Defence set the matter down for trial to run on the issues of due diligence and that the offence was not proven beyond a reasonable doubt. Following trial where the complainant, the municipal bylaw officer, and N testified, the Worship concluded that the allegations were not made out beyond a reasonable doubt and N was found not guilty.
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REGINA V P.M. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
P was charged with abduction in contravention of a custody order under section 282 of the Criminal Code for allegations that she took her daughter from her daughter's father without permission. The complainant had a custody order in place for P's daughter which stated she could not have custody unless she obtained written permission. P maintained that she had permission and that the complainant was selling drugs from his house when she took the child. Matter was set down for trial to run on these issues, following conversations with the Crown charges were stayed 3 days prior to trial.
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REGINA V D.C. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, COCHRANE]
D was charged with an allegation of breaching a condition of his probation contrary to section 733.1 of the Criminal Code. D was observed in a provincial park with a BB gun while under a condition not to possess any weapons. The Officers who laid the charges did not take any pictures nor seize the BB Gun; when Calgary defence lawyer Curtis Mennie brought this to the Crown’s attention the charges were withdrawn.
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REGINA V T.C. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
T was charged with an allegation of assault with a weapon under section 267 of the Criminal Code for allegations that she had stabbed her boyfriend in a domestic assault. The matter was set down for trial after preparing with T for a self-defence argument the charges were stayed on the day of trial.
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REGINA V H.K. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, AIRDRIE]
H was charged with an allegation of break and enter with intent to commit an indictable offence under section 348(1)(a) of the Criminal Code. A break and enter had occurred on a rural property where property was stolen. A single can was found in the garage where the break and enter occurred with the fingerprint of H on it. At trial the Crown called fingerprint experts to confirm the fingerprint, following cross-examination by Calgary Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie they also testified to the following:
There is no way of knowing when the fingerprint was put on the can,
Fingerprints can last on cans up to in indeterminate amount of time in the right conditions,
They do not know what conditions the can was in prior to it being discovered; and lastly
They do not know how many people may have handled the can before or after the fingerprint was put on the can.
The trial Judge found that the Crown has not proven beyond a reasonable doubt that the fingerprint was put on the can at the time of the break and enter and H was found not guilty.
REGINA V C.C. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
C was charged with multiple property related offences for being in possession of stolen property contrary to section 354 of the Criminal Code. C was found near a stolen truck where a backpack of stolen identification and credit cards were later found. Curtis Mennie filed a Charter notice for section 8 for an unlawful arrest of C. At the time of C’s arrest the arresting Officer did not have sufficient grounds to arrest her in connection to the vehicle being stolen. Upon review by the Crown the charges were stayed on the day of trial.
REGINA V O.D. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
O was charged with an allegation of extortion with a firearm under section 364(1.1) of the Criminal Code. Pleas of not guilty were entered and the matter was scheduled for a preliminary inquiry where the complainant and witnesses testified. Following the testimony it became clear to the Court and the Crown that there was not sufficient evidence to proceed with the firearm offence due to the firearm element not being made out. The charge was reduce to simple extortion, saving O the mandatory minimum of 5 years if convicted at trial.
REGINA V A.P. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
A was charged with an allegation of domestic assault on his wife contrary to section 266 of the Criminal Code. Following discussions with the Crown and A, the Crown agreed to withdraw the charge and have A enter into a peace bond. A received no criminal record.
REGINA V Y.P. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
Y was charged with an allegation of break and enter with intent to commit an indictable offence contrary to section 348(1)(a) of the Criminal Code and harming a police animal contrary to section 445.01(1) of the Criminal Code. Because the charges were brought under the Youth Criminal Justice Act Y was not subject to the mandatory minimum sentence of 6 months in jail. Y was sentenced to serve his punishment in the community due to all of positive support he had in his life which was demonstrated to the Judge.
https://calgarysun.com/news/crime/teen-sentenced-for-stabbing-police-dog-jester-during-2017-arrest
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/calgary-police-dog-jester-stabbed-teen-guilty-sentencing-1.4622269
REGINA V R.S. [SUPREME COURT OF BRITISH COLUMBIA, KAMLOOPS]
R was originally charged with 2 counts of criminal negligence (one count of causing death and one count of causing bodily harm) following allegations that he drove his truck while driving well past his maximum hours and crashing into another vehicle. Following extensive resolution conversations with the Crown it was agreed by way of a joint submission that R would plead to the lesser offence of dangerous driving and serve a 2 year prison term, where he would be eligible for parole after 8 months.
https://infotel.ca/newsitem/very-tired-truck-driver-sentenced-to-two-years-in-prison-for-deadly-crash-near-merritt/it56934
REGINA V H.C. [COURT OF QUEEN’S BENCH, CALGARY]
Calgary Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie, along with colleague Shamsher Kothari, represented H who was charged with the most serious offence in Canada, 1st degree murder contrary to section 235 of the Criminal Code. Following a jury trial H was convicted of 1st degree murder and the jury was charged with the criminal code provisions of constructive first. H is currently appealing that verdict along with a pre-trial issue decided by the trial Judge with respect to the voluntariness of a statement he had given to the police. Defence counsel argued that the statement should not have been allowed into evidence and that issue is now on appeal. Other issues arose during the trial on appeal including the jury being separated and brought to a bar during them being sequestered.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/dawns-baptiste-curtis-healy-murder-trial-verdict-guilty-1.4832611
https://calgarysun.com/news/crime/jurors-in-murder-trial-meet-for-drinks-in-hotel-lounge-lawyer-to-seek-mistrial
https://globalnews.ca/news/4475739/mistrial-denied-calgary-murder-trial-jury-restaurant/
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/calgary-jury-judge-curtis-healy-sentence-appeal-1.4877320
https://calgary.ctvnews.ca/man-convicted-in-murder-of-calgary-mother-files-appeal-1.4149167
https://nationalpost.com/pmn/news-pmn/canada-news-pmn/calgary-man-guilty-of-second-degree-murder-in-death-of-woman-defence-lawyer
REGINA V C.C. [COURT OF QUEEN’S BENCH, EDMONTON]
Calgary Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie, along with colleague Shamsher Kothari, represented C who was charged with many offences, including the most serious offence in Canada, 1st degree murder contrary to section 235 of the Criminal Code. The Trial began with a Jury and Judge, as the witnesses testified it became clear that certain material witnesses were part of a Witness Protection program, a fact that was not previously disclosed to Defence counsel. As Defence counsel south additional materials it became apparent that a confidential informant was used in the investigation and that the Defence had not been disclosed this information. Following a hearing as to if the only exception to informant privilege applies (innocence at stake), the confidential informant materials were ordered to be handed over to Defence. The Crown decided it would call no further evidence and invited the Court to acquit, ultimately the charges were judicially Stayed.
https://edmontonjournal.com/news/local-news/first-degree-murder-charges-stayed-in-junior-laidley-homicide-case
REGINA V F.P. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, CALGARY]
F was charged with an allegation of assault with a weapon contrary to section 267 of the Criminal Code. Due to some mental health concerns with F, Calgary Defence lawyer Curtis Mennie arranged for a meeting with Alberta Health Services where it was determined that the charges were related to mental health issues. F was approved to enter into the Mental Health Diversion program where he successfully completed his diversion and the charge against him was withdrawn. F received no criminal record.
REGINA V S.A. [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, DOMESTIC COURT CALGARY]
S was charged with an allegation of domestic assault contrary to section 266 of the Criminal Code. The allegation involved an an incident were both parties got into a verbal argument about their children, following which S slapped the complainant in the face, S admitted to doing so in a police statement shortly thereafter. Following resolution discussions with the Crown S was allowed to enter into a peace bond and in doing so, avoided a criminal record.
REGINA V P.J [PROVINCIAL COURT OF ALBERTA, DOMESTIC COURT CALGARY]
P was charged with an allegation of domestic assault contrary to section 266 of the Criminal Code. The allegation involved an an incident were both parties were sleeping in the same bed following a party. During the course of the night it was alleged that they got into a fight and punched the complainant in front of other witnesses. Following resolution discussions with the Crown P was allowed to enter into a peace bond and in doing so, avoided a criminal record.
