Assault Charge Stayed After Prior Police Warnings | Paul E. Briggs Law Case Result

​The Allegation

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The client was charged with assault following an allegation made by the complainant.​ Before the charge was laid, the complainant had contacted police on several occasions, and police had previously issued warnings to the client. The history between the parties formed an important part of the circumstances surrounding the allegation.

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Review of the Evidence

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Paul E. Briggs carefully reviewed the prior police contacts, the circumstances leading to the charge, and the evidence available to the prosecution.​ He assessed the complainant’s account, the client’s position, and the complete history between the parties.

 

Submissions to Crown Counsel

 

Paul E. Briggs made submissions to Crown counsel addressing the strength of the prosecution and whether the assault charge should continue.

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The submissions focused on the prior history, the available evidence, and the issues affecting the reliability and sufficiency of the case.

 

The Result

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Crown counsel agreed to stay all charges against the client. The prosecution ended without a criminal conviction.

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A stay of proceedings ends the active prosecution, although it is legally different from an acquittal.