Facing a Fraud Over $5,000 Charge in Toronto? What You Need to Know One moment you’re a professional managing clients, finances, or corporate matters — the next you’re facing an allegation of fraud over $5,000. In Toronto, this charge is serious and requires expert…

The Moment Everything Changes Being accused of sexual assault turns your world upside down. The shock, fear, and uncertainty can be paralyzing — and in that state, instinct leads to devastating mistakes. The first hours and days after an accusation are often the most…

The Police Vehicle in Your Rearview Mirror You hear the siren. The officer approaches and says: “I’m demanding you provide a sample of your breath into an approved screening device.” In that moment, you have a choice: blow or refuse. Many people think refusing is the…

Daniel Brown Law welcomes three new criminal defence lawyers: Partner Jason Dos Santos, and Associates Ema Ibrakovic and Thomas McCann. Learn more about their trial and appellate expertise, and how they strengthen our Toronto criminal defence team.

Daniel Brown Law LLP is excited to announce that Colleen McKeown, Andrew Bigioni and Lindsay Board have joined our partnership. We wish them all ongoing success as they continue their practices as partners in the firm. Colleen practices criminal and constitutional law…

Earlier this week, the Supreme Court of Canada released their ruling in R. v. Pham 2013 SCC 15 which answers the question, “What weight should be given to collateral immigration consequences in sentencing?” Mr. Pham was not a Canadian citizen. He was convicted at…

Conditional sentencing, introduced in Canada in September 1996, allows for sentences of imprisonment to be served in the community, rather than in a correctional facility. Conditional sentences normally include a period of house arrest but may also include graduated…

This article attempts to clarify to what extent parents or teachers can physically discipline children under their care. Section 43 of the Criminal Code of Canada, enacted in 1892, provides parents, teachers and caregivers — including babysitters and foster parents —…

Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for criminal law? Daniel Brown Law LLP, a Toronto-based law firm specializing in criminal trials and appeals is currently seeking a motivated and skilled Legal Assistant to join our team for a 15…

🚨 Charged with Drug Trafficking in Toronto? Your Expert Defence Starts with Daniel Brown Law Being charged with drug trafficking in Toronto is one of the most frightening and life-altering experiences a person can face. In an instant, your reputation, freedom, and…