Two young women were arrested in Montreal for stealing from a Wal-Mart. Charges of shoplifting, possession of stolen goods and conspiracy were brought against them in the Municipal Court under sections 334 and 465 of the Criminal Code.
They retained the services of Me Cormier to defend them in this case. After analyzing the file, it emerged that the profile of good citizens of these two clients and the low value of stolen objects allowed to negotiate with the prosecutor for a good result. The file took four court dates to settle, during which both clients completed the steps suggested by their criminal lawyer.
At the final negotiation with the City Attorney, it was agreed that the two clients would make a small donation of charity, in exchange for which the charges were withdrawn. The clients were not found guilty, and the proceedings are definitely over.
Ms. Cormier’s clients can not all see the charges removed. See note.
