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DeMelo Heathcote — Criminal Defence and Appeals
Results That Speak

Recent Cases

Every case is different — but these recent outcomes show what vigorous, careful defence work can achieve.

R. v A.S.

First-degree murder charge reduced to second-degree murder, with a joint sentencing recommendation for the 10-year minimum parole eligibility.

Charge reduced

R. v J.H.

Attempted murder charge reduced to aggravated assault with a conditional sentence order served at home, following a mental health assessment.

Served at home

R. v T.F.

Multiple counts of fraud. After a 72-day trial, acquitted on all charges — with a substantive ruling formally proclaiming his innocence.

Acquitted

R. v N.B.

Trafficking charge dismissed under s. 11(b) of the Charter due to unreasonable delay in bringing the client to trial.

Dismissed

R. v M.A.

Human trafficking charges dismissed at the preliminary hearing after the Crown failed to produce the complainant.

Dismissed

R. v A.D.

First sexual assault charge reduced to simple assault; acquitted of the second sexual assault charge at trial.

Acquitted at trial

R. v N.M.

Trafficking charge negotiated down to simple possession with a conditional discharge — avoiding a criminal record.

No record

R. v T.H.

Sexual assault allegation successfully challenged at trial; conditional discharge obtained on two simple assault counts.

Discharged

R. v J.B.

Drug-related charges diverted and withdrawn through rehabilitation and therapeutic court programs.

Withdrawn

R. v J.B.

Sexual assault and related charges resolved via peace bond following successful cross-examination at the preliminary hearing.

Peace bond

Past results are not necessarily indicative of future results, and the outcome of your matter will depend on its specific facts and circumstances.