An individual charged with soliciting the services of a prostitute hired criminal lawyer Luc Simard to defend him (Section 213 Criminal Code). Because of his job and his trips to the US, this client wished to avoid having a criminal record. After negotiations with the Prosecutor, it was agreed the client would make a donation to a charity organization. The Judge granted an absolute discharge to the client because of the lawyers’ joint suggestion.
Not all Mr Simard’s clients receive a discharge. See notice.
