01 — Criminal Code

Criminal Defence

A criminal charge is the start of a process, not the verdict. From the first police contact to a set trial date, what you say, what you sign, and what gets disclosed all shape where the case ends.

Daman Mander defends the full range of Criminal Code matters in the Provincial and Supreme Court of British Columbia, in English and Punjabi. The earlier you call, the more of those decisions are still yours to make.

Some charges are best resolved before trial; others have to be answered on the evidence. The right path depends on the facts of your file — and on reviewing the Crown's disclosure early and carefully.

What this covers

Criminal offences I defend.

Violence offences

  • Assault, causing bodily harm, with a weapon & domestic
  • Uttering threats
  • Criminal harassment
  • Forcible confinement
  • Robbery
  • Extortion

Driving offences

  • Speeding, distracted driving & traffic tickets
  • Impaired driving, IRPs & breathalyzer refusal
  • Driving while prohibited
  • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
  • Flight from police

Drug offences

  • Possession
  • Trafficking
  • Production of controlled substances
  • Importing & exporting controlled substances

Theft, fraud & property offences

  • Theft over & under $5,000 / shoplifting
  • Fraud over & under $5,000
  • Money laundering
  • Credit card, identity, insurance & immigration fraud
  • Forgery & forged documents
  • Possession of stolen property
  • Mischief
  • Break and enter

Weapons & firearms offences

  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Careless use or storage of a firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Firearm prohibition issues

Sexual offence allegations

  • Sexual assault, interference & exploitation
  • Child pornography production or possession
  • Voyeurism
  • Distribution of intimate images

Youth criminal defence

  • Youth violence offences
  • Youth drug offences
  • Youth weapons or firearms offences
  • School-related criminal allegations

Related case results

Recent outcomes in criminal defence matters.

Identifying details have been removed or generalized to protect client confidentiality.

2025·09
All charges stayed

Sexual Assault, Assault & Uttering Threats

Client faced multiple serious allegations. All charges were stayed before trial.

2026·01
All charges stayed

Firearm, Customs & Border Allegations

Multiple charges involving a regulated firearm and an international crossing. All stayed before trial.

2026·04
Stayed before trial

Assault by Choking & Assault

Matter set for trial; charges stayed by the Crown shortly before the scheduled trial date.

2025·08
Both charges stayed

Assault & Uttering Threats

After review of the complainant's communications and the surrounding context, both charges were stayed.

2024
Conditional discharge

Assault — No Conviction

Crown sought a sentence carrying a record. Despite a lengthy prior record, the Court granted a conditional discharge.

2023·08
No charges · ticket cancelled

Hit-and-Run Investigation

Resolved as a traffic ticket rather than a criminal charge — and that ticket was disputed and cancelled.

2025·01
No charges laid

Insurance Fraud Investigation

Resolved without criminal charges and without employment consequences for the client.

2025·06
Charge stayed

Assault

Client charged with assault after a witness allegation. The charge was stayed before trial.

2025·07
Charge stayed

Assault

After defence review of video evidence and the surrounding circumstances, the charge was stayed before trial.

2024
Stayed after alternative measures

Youth Assault

Youth client charged following an assault allegation involving video evidence. Charges stayed after completion of alternative measures.

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case depends on its own facts, evidence, law, procedural history, and the positions taken by the parties.

Start here

The earlier you call, the more options you keep.

Tell me what you're facing. Consultations are confidential, judgment-free, and available in English or Punjabi.

Call 778 681 6951

Contacting this office does not create a solicitor-client relationship.

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