Practice Areas

Richard Wolson K.C is one of Canada’s most experienced defence lawyers. He has represented thousands of clients over the years. As a trusted professional, he can advise and represent you no matter the charge. If you find yourself or a loved one charged with a crime do not hesitate. Call Mr. Wolson today 204-985-8184

Fraud / White Collar Crime

White-collar crimes can include crimes committed either by individuals or by companies or corporations. Richard Wolson has an extensive understanding of fraud and all types of white-collar offence allegations and will defend your rights and the rights of your business.

Sexual Assault

Richard Wolson will defend you vigorously against any charges related to the allegations of a sexual offence. Over many years of experience defending clients charged with sexual offences, Richard Wolson has seen many cases of misunderstood circumstances, cases of unreliable evidence, and cases where the whole truth hadn’t emerged until trial. Sexual offences include sexual assault, sexual interference, sexual exploitation, voyeurism, child pornography, luring, and any offences dealing with the sex trade, among others. 

In defending you and in protecting your rights, Richard Wolson will hold the Crown to the highest possible prosecutorial standards and ensure your defence is properly put before the court. If you have been accused of sexual assault, contact Richard Wolson today call 204-985-8184 

Drug Offences

Richard Wolson will defend you vigorously against any charges under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, including possession, production, trafficking, importing, and exporting. Your rights will be defended, the police and prosecution will be put under the highest scrutiny, and the courts will be held to the highest possible standards. If your home, vehicle, or person has been searched and you require advice, contact Richard Wolson now. Call 204-985-8184 

Impaired / Dangerous Driving
  • Impaired Driving
  • Impaired Driving causing bodily harm or death
  • Dangerous Driving
  • Dangerous Driving causing bodily harm or death

 

A conviction for these offences can affect your life, liberty, and your ability to drive or travel in the future. If the police have arrested you for driving while suspected of being drunk or high, or if you have been arrested for dangerous driving, remember that you have the right to hire a lawyer to speak on your behalf. Richard Wolson will put the police and prosecution under the highest scrutiny, and hold the courts to the highest possible standards. The consequences of an impaired or dangerous driving conviction can be quite serious. If an accident is involved, whether it involves property damage or bodily harm or death, consequences can be even more severe. If you have been pulled over by the police because they believed that you were driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol, contact Richard Wolson to help you through this difficult time and provide you with the best defence possible. Call 204-985-8184

Domestic Assault

Domestic violence is a wide-ranging subject that describes alleged crimes that happen within the framework of personal relationships. An act of domestic violence could describe physical, psychological, or sexual abuse or harm. It can take place within a relationship, whether a couple is currently married, previously married, in a common-law relationship, or dating. Domestic violence allegations can also arise between siblings, parents and children, and even extended relations.

If you have been accused of domestic violence, Richard Wolson understands and will always be mindful of the delicate and stressful nature of the situation in which you find yourself, and will help you get past the inevitable emotion and stress of a domestic matter and assist you to focus on the facts, the evidence, and your rights as the accused. Call 204-985-8184

Assault

An assault charge may include assault, assault with a weapon, aggravated assault, or even uttering threats. As such, it is a very complex area of law and requires a thorough understanding of both the charges and the circumstances. Were you defending yourself, defending another, or defending your property? Your rights are important, and Richard Wolson will develop a complete understanding of your case in order to develop your best possible defense. If you have been accused of assault, contact Richard Wolson today. Call 204-985-8184 

Murder / Manslaughter

The Criminal Code reserves some of the strictest penalties in Canada for convictions of murder and manslaughter, so it is essential that your defence is focused and unrelenting. Richard Wolson has extensive experience defending homicide cases and will defend your rights aggressively, holding the Crown to the highest possible prosecutorial standards. 

If you are accused of murder or manslaughter, contact Richard Wolson. Call 204-985-8184

Robbery / Theft

Theft and Robbery are both serious offences and can carry serious penalties. Theft is the unlawful taking of someone else’s property, usually money or goods. Robbery is theft from someone using violence or threats which can include a weapon (whether real or imitation), or no weapon at all. Robbery cases can be very complicated. Richard Wolson will ensure that your rights are protected and that any defence you may have is presented properly.

If you have been accused of robbery or theft, contact Richard Wolson to defend you. with a quasi-criminal offence. Call 204-985-8184 

Property Crimes

Property crimes encompass a wide range of offences including, but not limited to, theft, breaking and entering (B&E), arson, vandalism, and auto theft. If you are charged with a property crime, it is essential that your rights are protected. These crimes can carry very serious penalties.

Richard Wolson has the knowledge and experience to protect your rights and defend you.

Property crimes encompass a wide range of offenses including, but not limited to, theft, breaking and entering (B&E), arson, vandalism, and auto theft. If you are charged with a property crime, it is essential that your rights are protected. These crimes can carry very serious penalties.

Richard Wolson has the knowledge and experience to protect your rights and defend you. Call 204-985-8184

Firearms Offences

Firearms Offenses may carry serious penalties. These charges can include discharging a firearm, use of a firearm in commission of an offence, unsafe storage of a firearm, possession of a restricted or prohibited firearm, pointing a firearm, possession of unauthorized firearm, assault with a weapon; possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, carrying a concealed weapon, unauthorized possession of a firearm; weapons trafficking, possession of a weapon contrary to an order, and any other weapons-related charges under the Criminal Code or any contravention of the Firearms Act. Richard Wolson has the expertise and experience to defend your rights. If you have been charged with a weapons or firearms offence, contact Richard Wolson today call 204-985-8184 

Bail Hearings & Reviews

If you have been charged with an offence, it is the decision of a judge whether you will be held in custody until your trial is concluded, or if you can be released on bail. The judge makes that decision at a bail hearing. Having an experienced and expert lawyer speaking on your behalf is extremely important, as there is only one opportunity to be granted bail. Richard Wolson will make the best argument possible for your release. If your bail has been denied we can take the matter to a higher court in a process known as a bail review.

Richard Wolson is here to ensure that your rights are respected, and to hold the criminal justice system to the highest possible standards.  Call 204-985-8184 

Charter Applications

If your rights have been violated at any stage of your interaction with the police and the courts, a Charter Application could be the key to your successful defence. Charter Applications often involve concerns related to your right to remain silent at the time of arrest, your right to counsel, issues involving unreasonable searches or other matters pertaining to warrants, or whether other rights may have been violated. Richard Wolson understands and cares deeply about your rights, and has a great deal of experience in successfully filing Charter Applications. Call 204-985-8184 

Appeals

If you have been wrongfully convicted, or you believe errors were made in the course of your trial. Or if you believe you have been sentenced too harshly you may have grounds for an appeal. An appeal may be made if mistakes were made while following due process, and may be grounds for a retrial, an acquittal, or an adjustment of your sentence. Not every case has grounds for an appeal, but Richard Wolson will examine and develop a deep understanding of your case, and will ensure that the police and courts are held to the highest standards possible. Call 204-985-8184 

Quasi-Criminal Offence or Highway Traffic Act - including those causing fatalities or injuries

A quasi-criminal offence is an offence not covered by the Criminal Code or the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, and could be covered by a federal, provincial, or municipal law. Under the Highway Traffic Act, for example, this could include speeding offences, distracted driving, or driving while uninsured. Mr. Wolson can also assist you in appearing before the license appeal board to argue for reinstatement of your driving privileges. 

For businesses and other organizations, quasi-criminal offences may be related to zoning violations, workplace health and safety issues, and employment standards, among others. 

Court processes for these types of offences may be more complicated, or less so, depending on the statute. However, the penalties can still be quite severe, so it is essential that you have an effective and knowledgeable defense of your rights. Richard Wolson is well-equipped to defend your rights aggressively if you are charged with a quasi-criminal offence. Call 204-985-8184 

Administrative Law Tribunals / Professional Regulatory Bodies

A quasi-criminal offence is an offence not covered by the Criminal Code or the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, and could be covered by a federal, provincial, or municipal law. Under the Highway Traffic Act, for example, this could include speeding offences, distracted driving, or driving while uninsured. Mr. Wolson can also assist you in appearing before the license appeal board to argue for reinstatement of your driving privileges. 

For businesses and other organizations, quasi-criminal offences may be related to zoning violations, workplace health and safety issues, and employment standards, among others. 

Court processes for these types of offences may be more complicated, or less so, depending on the statute. However, the penalties can still be quite severe, so it is essential that you have an effective and knowledgeable defense of your rights. Richard Wolson is well-equipped to defend your rights aggressively if you are charged with a quasi-criminal offence. Call 204-985-8184 

Securities Commission

If you have been accused of professional misconduct, contact us now. Your career is important to you and you deserve a vigorous defence. Richard Wolson will develop a deep understanding of your case, and represent you at any disciplinary hearings or other meetings with the Securities Commission. We will hold them to the highest possible standards of proof. An accusation of professional misconduct is serious. Don’t try to address the accusation alone. Contact Richard Wolson today call 204-985-8184 

Tax Offences

Richard Wolson has experience in defending people accused of tax-related crimes, including tax evasion, tax fraud, failure to charge and/or remit the Provincial Sales Tax (PST), and failure to charge and/or remit the Goods and Services Tax (GST). We have a keen understanding of the laws enforcing the tax system and the rights and responsibilities of individual taxpayers and business owners. It is extremely important to hold the Crown to the highest possible prosecutorial standards in order to achieve the best possible outcome for you. If you’ve been accused of a tax-related crime, contact Richard Wolson to defend your rights. Call 204-985-8184 

Youth Criminal Justice

When a child has been charged with a crime, it can be a stressful situation not only for the accused, but for the entire family. Richard Wolson treats parents and guardians—as well as the accused—with respect, compassion, and patience, and is available to answer all of your questions. The Youth Criminal Justice Act outlines operations of the criminal justice system as it pertains to those 12–17 years of age who have been charged with a crime. Richard Wolson understands your rights and will vigorously defend you. Call 204-985-8184