A client of criminal lawyer Luc Simard had been charged with assault (Section 266 Criminal Code of Canada). These charges were related to conjugal violence. Proceedings had begun four years prior when Mr. Simard was approached to be the defence lawyer in this case. The day of the trial, Mr. Simard had discussions with the Prosecutor. The Prosecutor finally withdrew the client’s charges, and she was acquitted. The client signed a one year peace bond.
Not all lawyer Luc Simard’s clients are acquitted. See notice.