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Being Accused of a Crime is Incredibly Stressful. We Understand the stress that any charge brings and will do everything possible to reduce the weight on your shoulders. At Mines & Company we will explain strategies, answer your questions and present you with options that will provide the best possible outcome for you.

Criminal Defence Lawyers Vancouver

More Than 18 Years of Criminal Law Experience

At Mines & Company, you will find experienced, skilled and hardworking lawyers dedicated to helping you achieve the very best possible results in all criminal defence cases. We are focused exclusively on criminal law, and our knowledge of this area is enhanced by our lawyers' backgrounds, which includes Crown prosecution work.

We will work with you through every stage of your criminal defence case, from diligent preparation to skillful courtroom representation. We will stand by your side, answering your questions, addressing your concerns and keeping you informed.

Defence Against British Columbia Drug Offences and All Other Offences

Mines & Company provides criminal defence representation in Provincial and Supreme Court against drug charges, assault charges, impaired driving and theft charges, and all other charges. We represent people charged with crimes throughout the Lower Mainland and the rest of British Columbia.

In defending against all charges, whether through negotiation with Crown prosecution or in jury trials, we have achieved an impressive record of success. In fact, law firm founder Michael Mines has won the vast majority of jury trials he has handled.

Start With a Free Initial Consultation

To schedule a free initial consultation with one of our criminal defence lawyers in Vancouver, call 877-467-1804 or contact us via e-mail.

Recent Successes | Click to View
  • December 30, 2011
    R. vs. A.M. - Richmond Provincial Court
    Charges: Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine & Marijuana).
    Issue: Whether the police conducted a lawful arrest and search of the vehicle in this "dial-a-dope" case.
    Result: On the second day of trial, Mr. Mines made successful application to have the drug evidence (worth approximately $15,000) excluded on the basis that the search was unlawful. All charges dismissed. No criminal record.

  • December 21, 2011
    R. vs. S. B. - New Westminster Provincial Court
    Charge: Impaired Driving; Over .08.
    Issue: Whether there was any public interest in proceeding on the criminal charges.
    Result: Mr. Mines was able to persuade Crown Counsel to stay the criminal charges upon his client pleading guilty to a lesser offence under the Motor Vehicle Act. The court imposed a fine and a two month driving prohibition. No criminal record.

  • December 16, 2011
    D. M. vs. Superintendent of Motor Vehicles
    Charge: 90 day Immediate Roadside Prohibition.
    Issue: Whether the police investigation breached Mr. Mansoori-Dara's client to be free from an unlawful search and seizure of his breath sample.
    Result: Driving Prohibition stayed on an interim basis.

  • December 14, 2011
    R. vs. S.D. - Richmond Provincial Court
    Charge: Assault Police Officer.
    Issue: Whether the officer executed a lawful arrest and whether Mr. Mines' client was justified in using force against the officer.
    Result: At the conclusion of a two day trial, Mr. Mines persuaded the judge that his client was justified in assaulting the police officer that had unlawfully arrested him. Not Guilty. No criminal record.

  • December 9, 2011
    R. vs. J.J. - Vancouver Provincial Court
    Charge: Impaired Driving; Over .08.
    Issue: Whether, given Mr. Mines' client's condition following a motor vehicle accident, the police had reasonable and probable grounds to make the breath demand.
    Result: Mr. Mines was able to persuade Crown Counsel to proceed with a lesser offence under the Motor Vehicle Act. The court imposed a fine and a driving prohibition. No criminal record.

  • December 7, 2011
    R. vs. L.B. - Surrey Provincial Court
    Charge: Assault.
    Issue: Whether there was a substantial likelihood of a conviction, given new information provided to the Crown.
    Result: Mr. Mines was able to persuade Crown to resolve the matter by staying the criminal charge upon his client entering into a Peace Bond. No criminal record.

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