Assault Charge After Alleged Workplace Attack | Paul E. Briggs Law Case Result

The Allegation

 

The client was charged with assaulting a co-worker in what Crown counsel alleged was an unprovoked attack. The allegation arose from an incident in the workplace.

 

Defence Advocacy

 

Paul E. Briggs reviewed the circumstances surrounding the incident and made detailed submissions to Crown counsel addressing the evidence and the appropriate resolution of the matter.

 

The Result

 

Following the defence submissions, Crown counsel agreed not to proceed with the prosecution. The assault charge was withdrawn in its entirety.

 

The client did not receive a criminal conviction or a criminal record arising from the charge.