Burlington Criminal Lawyer – Daniel Brown Law

Defending Criminal Cases in Burlington, Oakville, and Halton Region

Daniel Brown Law is a leading criminal defence firm that regularly represents clients charged with serious indictable and summary offence matters in the Superior Court of Justice and the Ontario Court of Justice in Burlington and throughout Halton Region and most of southern Ontario.

Daniel Brown Law has been named one of Canada's Best Law Firms by The Globe and Mail, a Top Criminal Law Boutique by Canadian Lawyer Magazine, and a leading criminal defence and appellate firm by Best Lawyers in Canada. Daniel Brown, Mark Halfyard, and Hilary Dudding are listed in The Best Lawyers in Canada for criminal defence, and the firm has been a frequent winner of the Toronto Star Readers' Choice Awards for Best Lawyer, Best Law Firm, and Best Legal Services. Daniel Brown is a certified specialist in criminal law as designated by the Law Society of Ontario.

Whether you are facing charges for assault, domestic assault, sexual assault, impaired driving, fraud, drug offences, or weapons charges, our lawyers are available to defend your case at the Burlington courthouse. Call us at (416) 297-7200 for an immediate consultation.

Burlington Courthouse Information

Criminal matters in Burlington, Oakville, and parts of Halton Region are heard at the Burlington courthouse located at:

2021 Plains Road East, Burlington, Ontario L7R 4M3

Criminal Youth – Ontario Court of Justice: 905-637-4125
Criminal – Ontario Court of Justice: 905-637-4125

Some criminal matters in the Halton Region, including charges laid in Milton, Halton Hills, and Oakville, may also be heard at the Milton courthouse. For details on the Milton courthouse including virtual court Zoom links and Crown contacts, see our Milton Criminal Lawyer page.

Areas We Serve in Halton Region

Our lawyers represent clients charged with criminal offences throughout the Halton Region including Burlington, Oakville, Milton, Halton Hills, Georgetown, and Acton. We regularly appear at both the Burlington and Milton courthouses.

The lawyers at Daniel Brown Law are available to work with you through every stage of the criminal court process including bail hearings, trials, and appeals for all types of criminal charges in Burlington and Halton Region. Contact us at (416) 297-7200 for an initial consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are Burlington criminal cases heard?

Burlington-originating criminal cases are heard at the Milton Courthouse at 491 Steeles Avenue East, Milton, ON L9T 1Y7 — the central Halton Region criminal courthouse. Both Ontario Court of Justice and Superior Court of Justice matters are heard there.

What should I do if I have been charged by Halton Regional Police in Burlington?

Do not speak to police beyond identifying yourself. Anything you say can be used against you at trial. Retain a criminal defence lawyer before your first appearance.

Does Daniel Brown Law represent Burlington clients?

Yes. The lawyers at Daniel Brown Law defend Burlington clients at the Milton courthouse on impaired driving, assault, domestic assault, sexual offences, weapons charges, drug offences, fraud, and homicide.

Does having a lawyer at a Burlington-area bail hearing matter?

It often makes the difference between release and detention. A contested bail hearing requires counsel to address the Crown's position, propose a release plan, and call sureties where needed.

What happens at a first appearance for a Burlington charge?

Nothing is decided at a first appearance. The court confirms you have counsel and sets the next date so disclosure can be reviewed. Your lawyer can appear on your behalf so you do not need to attend in person.