Oakville Uttering Threats Lawyer

We defend uttering threats charges laid by Halton Police.

Those charged with uttering threats by Halton Police will be fingerprinted and receive a court date at the 491 Steeles Ave E, Milton courthouse. After arrest the accused is usually released on an Undertaking (Form 10) or Release Order (Form 11) with conditions not to communicate with the alleged victim.

Anyone charged with uttering threats should hire a defence lawyer immediately to represent them. Case outcomes can vary tremendously and convictions can be based on the complainant’s word alone. Uttering threats is a serious criminal offence punishable by up to five years in prison and a criminal record.

One police report or call to 911 by a spouse, neighbour, employer, or any third party alleging a threat was made is enough to be charged under s. 264.1 of the Criminal Code in Ontario. False allegations are made for many reasons including revenge, gaining an advantage in civil or family court, and as a result of language barriers and misinterpretations.

The complainant’s statement alone that you threatened them can be enough evidence in court to find you guilty, jail you, and give you a criminal record for life.

The police do not require any other evidence of the threat being made beyond the complainant’s recollection of you making it. No audio recordings, text messages, videos, third party witnesses, or any other evidence is required. “He said (the threat)” is all it takes. It is easy to be falsely accused and criminally charged. Such cases are just business as usual at the Milton (Halton Region) courthouse.

Hiring a lawyer as soon as possible is important because defence opportunities can be time sensitive. Some lenient options may be able to be negotiated now, with the right people and while it is still the right time, that may not be possible in the future.

Lawyer services for domestic uttering threats cases: getting the no-contact conditions removed ASAP to allow the couple to communicate and reunite.

The accused and complainant may want to regain contact in cases involving unwanted domestic charges. If Halton Police or 911 are told a threat was made to a domestic partner, it is virtually guaranteed they will lay charges and place the accused on conditions not to have direct or indirect contact with the complainant. The accused is often immediately displaced from their home upon arrest.

When both domestic parties want to reunite, our lawyers work to negotiate varied release conditions to allow contact while the case is pending. If the Crown does not consent to vary the release, we will commence a court hearing for a judge to decide. Sometimes a deal is made for counselling done and the charges then dropped. A variation to allow contact is often made on consent while the counselling is completed.

Unwanted domestic uttering threats charges are common in Ontario.

Couples have no idea telling the police or 911 “he said he would do X when he was mad/drunk/etc.” would lead to an immediate no-contact order and a potential jail sentence and criminal record.

Criminal charges can impact almost all aspects of a person's life (earning capacity, freedom to travel, immigration). Case results are largely permanent. Hiring a lawyer right away is essential. You don’t want to agree to something you think is in your best interest only to find out later that other people did better (and you could have too).

We know how to obtain the best possible Crown offers and win acquittals for those falsely accused at trial.

If the Crown won’t drop the charges our lawyers will defend your case at trial.

Sometimes the Crown Attorney will refuse to drop the charges no matter what the accused (or their lawyer) does. Cases that do not resolve will proceed to trial to determine guilt. Our lawyers know how to raise reasonable doubt at trial through sophisticated cross examination techniques and exculpatory evidence presentation. In cases where the police breached your Charter rights we will apply to the court to have their evidence excluded and the charges dropped.

If you or someone you are trying to help has been charged in Oakville (Halton Region) with uttering threats give us a call now at 647-228-5969 for a free no obligation quote.

If you are the alleged victim/complainant in an Ontario domestic uttering threats case and are looking to independently help the accused or be allowed to have contact with them again, please also see our page on supporting victim affidavits.

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You don't have to jeopardize your future or waste thousands of dollars on excessive legal fees. We provide effective and affordable lawyer representation for those charged with uttering threats throughout Ontario, Canada.

Have a skilled criminal lawyer who focuses on uttering threats defence law in Oakville protect you and your future from the stigma and consequences of a criminal record and conviction.

Are you a lawyer? If you are defending a criminal case and are looking for expert advice regarding possible defences, case strategies, and information release management call us at: 647-228-5969.

Please note: We do not accept legal aid certificate cases. All clients are handled on a private retainer only.

*2025 Results: the percentage of 99% of clients avoiding a criminal record (conviction) stated on this page is based solely on Lawyer Mark Zinck's personal representation of approximately 2000 criminal defence case clients as of the year 2025. Past results are not necessarily an indication of future results.

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