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A criminal defence lawyer Edmonton residents can call the day they are charged, or the day they learn police want to talk.
A criminal charge puts your job, your family and sometimes your immigration status at risk. A criminal defence lawyer Edmonton residents can contact early can tell you what to say, what not to say and what happens next.
Gupta Law Services defends people charged with offences under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act in Edmonton and across Alberta. We review the Crown’s evidence, test how it was gathered, and work toward the best realistic outcome, whether that is a withdrawal, an acquittal, a negotiated resolution or a sentence that protects your future.
If police have contacted you, call us before you answer questions.
Select the charge that most closely matches yours. See how our criminal defence lawyer Edmonton team approaches each one.
Impaired driving, over 80 and refusal charges.
Common assault, assault causing bodily harm and weapon charges.
Possession, trafficking and cannabis charges.
Domestic assault charges, release conditions and protection orders.
You have the right to speak to a lawyer. Use it before giving a statement.
You are not required to answer questions. A lawyer can tell you whether to speak and how.
First appearances happen quickly, and early decisions about bail and disclosure matter.
A conviction can affect your status. Defence strategy should account for it from the start.
Most charges begin in the Alberta Court of Justice, with the Crown carrying the burden of proof.
Most criminal charges in Edmonton begin in the Alberta Court of Justice. More serious indictable offences may proceed in the Court of King’s Bench, sometimes with a jury. Many offences are hybrid, which means the Crown elects whether to proceed summarily or by indictment, and that choice affects the possible penalty.
The Crown must prove every element of an offence beyond a reasonable doubt. Defence work looks at the evidence, how police obtained it and whether your Charter rights were respected. Unlawful searches, unreasonable delay, or a breach of your right to counsel can lead to evidence being excluded or charges stayed.
Not every case goes to trial. Many resolve through negotiation, diversion or alternative measures, peace bonds, or discharges. The right outcome depends on the evidence, your record and what matters to you.
Release is the first hurdle. At a bail hearing, the court decides whether you can be released and on what conditions. A well-prepared plan with a surety often makes the difference.
Gupta Law Services is led by Gagandeep Gupta, Barrister and Solicitor, with more than 25 years of international legal experience. We approach each defence as a careful review of evidence, not a script.
You will always know where your case stands.
We watch for Charter breaches at every stage.
We tell you the risks and your realistic options.
First appearances and bail cannot wait.
We consider the effect on status for non-citizens.
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What Edmonton residents ask after being charged. Our criminal defence lawyer Edmonton team answers them below.
You have the right to remain silent and the right to speak to a lawyer. Speak to a lawyer first, before giving a statement.
The court decides whether you will be released while the case proceeds, and on what conditions. The Crown may oppose release. A strong plan, often with a surety, helps.
It depends on the offence, your record and the facts. Many sentences do not involve jail, and some offences allow discharges or conditional sentences.
Yes. Charges can be withdrawn or stayed, for example where evidence is weak or rights were breached. We review that possibility early.
Yes. Some convictions can lead to inadmissibility or removal for permanent residents and temporary residents. Tell us your status when you call.
Call +1 825-888-1848 or request a consultation online. We are at 8104 160 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5Z 3J8. This page is general information, not legal advice.
If you are charged or under investigation, call before you speak to police. Contact our criminal defence lawyer Edmonton team today.
8104 160 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5Z 3J8
Call +1 825-888-1848 to book a time.
