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If you are charged with aggravated assault, it is imperative that you seek and secure representation of a skilled and experienced criminal defence lawyer who will put forward the best defence for your case, advocate on your behalf and provide you with guidance at every step of the criminal justice system. Depending on the facts of the case and when proper strategy is used, it is sometimes possible to get the aggravated charges lessened to a charge of assault causing bodily harm or simple assault before trial. However, this decision is completely up to the Crown Attorney who has the legal power to substitute your charge for a lesser and included offence of the same nature. It is essential that you have a criminal defence lawyer to strategically negotiate on your behalf as early as at the bail hearing stage.

What is Aggravated Assault?

Aggravated Assault under section 268(1) of the Criminal Code is an assault (visit our “assault” page for more info) of one person on another, without their consent, and as a result, he or she wounds, maims, disfigures or endangers the life of that person. An aggravated assault is a serious charge that applies to cases where the other person suffered significant injuries or faced a potential risk of death. The four terms, “wounds, maims, disfigures, or endangers the life”, each describe different kinds of injuries. “Wounds” means breaking the skin but does not include minor cuts. “Maims” includes cases where the person caused broken bones that left the other person less capable of defending themselves. “Disfigures” means the person caused serious facial injuries that were long-lasting or permanent. “Endangers the life” means the person caused the other person to face a risk of losing their life.

Punishment for Aggravated Assault

Aggravated assault is a straight indictable offence because of its seriousness and carries lengthy imprisonment sentences. A finding of guilt on an aggravated assault charge can result in a sentence of up to 14 years in prison, resulting in a criminal record. The sentence imposed largely depends on the facts of the case, the injuries inflicted during the assault, and any aggravating factors such as if there is a previous related criminal conviction for an assault or other violent offence.

At Gavran Criminal Defence, our philosophy is that dedication, attention to detail, well prepared strategy and effective advocacy is what secures the best results.

If you are charged with aggravated assault, call Gavran Criminal Defence immediately at (647) 624-6324 to schedule your initial consultation.

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Portal Plates
2025-09-10
Ms.Gavran is everything you want in a lawyer. Capable, confident and gets positive results.
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Menezes1508
2025-07-05
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Everton Green
Everton Green
2025-06-10
I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Ines Gavran for the exceptional job she did as my lawyer. Her professionalism, dedication, and attention to detail were truly impressive throughout the entire process. Ines was not only knowledgeable and strategic, but also compassionate and understanding. She took the time to listen, explain every step clearly, and always made me feel supported and informed. Her hard work and expertise led to an outcome I’m incredibly grateful for. Thank you, Ines, for everything you’ve done. Your commitment and skill made all the difference, and I couldn’t have asked for better representation. Highly recommended!
Pamela Rodriguez
Pamela Rodriguez
2024-02-25
Ms. Gavran was incredibly helpful and kept active communication throughout my case, and she also offers very accessible services.
Carlos Henrique Schon
Carlos Henrique Schon
2023-04-29
Ms. Gavran was my best voice ever, she was always there to help even beyond my needs, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, thank you so much Ines!
Alexandra Mendizabal
Alexandra Mendizabal
2023-03-03
Ines thank you so much for all that you have done. She is professional, hard working, and I just know that I'm in the right hands. You know how much you mean to me and my little girl. Thank you thank you thank you Ines.

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