Defending against sexual assault charges in Canada

If you are charged with sexual assault in Canada, it is important that you know the rights you are entitled to.

In the criminal code of Canada, an allegation of sexual assault is any sexual act committed without consent, including touching, kissing, or penetration. Establishing consent is crucial in your defense, and we'll work together to challenge the crown’s evidence and present all evidence supporting your version of events.

In cases of sexual assault, the law states that a court decides what is consensual exclusively from the perspective of a victim. This means if a victim testifies that an act was not consensual and the court believes their evidence, the court will find that the act was not consensual.

The defence of a mistaken belief in consent acknowledges situations where the accused genuinely believed consent was present. However, the reasonableness of this belief is crucial. If the court deems the belief unreasonable, this defence may not hold.

In essence, navigating sexual assault allegations involves a thorough examination of the evidence surrounding consent. Dealing with sexual assault charges is daunting, however with our support and legal expertise you can face it with confidence.