{"id":5630,"date":"2024-06-10T17:05:06","date_gmt":"2024-06-10T17:05:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oykhmancriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/?page_id=5630"},"modified":"2026-09-13T14:45:08","modified_gmt":"2026-09-13T14:45:08","slug":"domestic-violence-lawyers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/domestic-violence-lawyers\/","title":{"rendered":"Domestic Violence Lawyers in Victoria"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#e2e2e2;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:calc( 1440px + 50px );margin-left: calc(-50px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-50px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>Facing a domestic violence charge can be frightening. Your entire life can feel like it\u2019s in the spotlight. Cases can disrupt your home, your access to your children, and your reputation.<\/p>\n<p>Strategic Criminal Defence has helped hundreds of families across Greater Victoria defend charges since 2021.<\/p>\n<p>We work with sensitivity and decisiveness to protect your rights and seek the best outcome for you and your family.<\/p>\n<p><b>Our team offers:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>40+ combined years of criminal defence experience.<\/li>\n<li>24\/7 availability for urgent arrests and bail hearings.<\/li>\n<li>A track record that includes 75+ five-star Google reviews from past clients.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We focus only on criminal defence, so you get our full attention.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"width:calc( 100% + 50px ) !important;max-width:calc( 100% + 50px ) !important;margin-left: calc(-50px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-50px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-0 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;background-color:#f9f9f9;padding: 40px 50px 40px 50px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\" style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:-0.3px;\"><h2>What should you do if you\u2019ve just been charged?<\/h2>\n<p><b>If you\u2019ve been charged with a domestic violence offence, protect yourself by:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b>Following any release conditions exactly<\/b>. Even if you live with or share children with the other person, the police can arrest you again if you breach the conditions of your release.<\/li>\n<li><b>Not contacting the complainant to work things out<\/b>. Even trying to make contact through a friend or family member can count as a breach.<\/li>\n<li><b>Contact us before your first court date<\/b>. BC treats these cases as a priority. The process can move quickly once the Crown charges you.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Taking these steps early protects your legal position. If you haven\u2019t yet been charged, consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/pre-charge-legal-advice\/\">pre-charge legal advice<\/a> from a Strategic Criminal Defence lawyer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-0{width:100% !important;margin-top : 20px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 40px !important;padding-right : 50px !important;margin-right : 25px;padding-bottom : 40px !important;padding-left : 50px !important;margin-left : 25px;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 25px;margin-left : 25px;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 25px;margin-left : 25px;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"width:calc( 100% + 50px ) !important;max-width:calc( 100% + 50px ) !important;margin-left: calc(-50px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-50px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-1 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;background-color:var(--awb-color8);padding: 40px 50px 40px 50px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\" style=\"text-align:center;font-size:18px;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:-0.3px;color:var(--awb-color1);\"><h3><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/contact\/\">Contact us<\/a><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"> for a free, no-obligation consultation.<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-1{width:100% !important;margin-top : 20px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 40px !important;padding-right : 50px !important;margin-right : 25px;padding-bottom : 40px !important;padding-left : 50px !important;margin-left : 25px;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-1{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 25px;margin-left : 25px;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-1{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 25px;margin-left : 25px;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><h2>What counts as domestic violence in BC?<\/h2>\n<p>Domestic violence, sometimes called intimate partner violence, is not a specific offence under the Criminal Code. It is any of several charges laid against someone accused of harming or threatening a spouse, partner, or family member.<\/p>\n<p>Complainants in these cases are often spouses, ex-spouses, children, parents, siblings, and other extended family members.<\/p>\n<p><b>Here are some of the most common underlying charges:<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><style>\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .scd-table thead { display: none; }\n  .scd-table tr { display: block; margin-bottom: 16px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; }\n  .scd-table td { display: block; padding: 10px 14px; border: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left !important; }\n  .scd-table td:last-child { border-bottom: none; }\n  .scd-table td::before { content: attr(data-label); display: block; font-weight: bold; color: #c12127; font-size: 12px; text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: 4px; }\n}\n<\/style>\n<table class=\"scd-table\" style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; table-layout: fixed;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"background-color: #c12127; color: #ffffff; padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: bold; width: 30%; text-align: left;\">CHARGE<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #c12127; color: #ffffff; padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: bold; width: 40%; text-align: left;\">WHAT IT USUALLY INVOLVES<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #c12127; color: #ffffff; padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: bold; width: 30%; text-align: left;\">MAXIMUM PENALTY<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td data-label=\"Charge\" style=\"padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;\"><b>Assault (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/laws-lois.justice.gc.ca\/eng\/acts\/c-46\/section-265.html\"><b>ss. 265<\/b><\/a><b>, <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/laws-lois.justice.gc.ca\/eng\/acts\/c-46\/section-266.html\"><b>266<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/td>\n<td data-label=\"What It Usually Involves\" style=\"padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;\">Pushing, hitting, or threatening a partner or family member.<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Maximum Penalty\" style=\"padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;\">5 years (indictment) or 2 years less a day (summary)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-label=\"Charge\" style=\"padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;\"><b>Assault causing bodily harm or with a weapon (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/laws-lois.justice.gc.ca\/eng\/acts\/c-46\/section-267.html\"><b>s. 267<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/td>\n<td data-label=\"What It Usually Involves\" style=\"padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;\">Choking, using an object, or causing an injury.<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Maximum Penalty\" style=\"padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;\">10 years (indictment) or 2 years less a day (summary)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-label=\"Charge\" style=\"padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;\"><b>Criminal harassment (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/laws-lois.justice.gc.ca\/eng\/acts\/c-46\/section-264.html\"><b>s. 264<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/td>\n<td data-label=\"What It Usually Involves\" style=\"padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;\">Repeated unwanted contact or following that causes fear.<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Maximum Penalty\" style=\"padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;\">10 years (indictment) or 2 years less a day (summary)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-label=\"Charge\" style=\"padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;\"><b>Uttering threats (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/laws-lois.justice.gc.ca\/eng\/acts\/c-46\/section-264.1.html\"><b>s. 264.1<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/td>\n<td data-label=\"What It Usually Involves\" style=\"padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;\">Threatening to kill or hurt someone.<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Maximum Penalty\" style=\"padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;\">5 years (indictment) or 2 years less a day (summary)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\" style=\"margin-top:25px;\"><p>Your relationship with the complainant makes the offence \u2018domestic\u2019, not a single section of the Criminal Code. The charge you actually face depends on what happened.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www150.statcan.gc.ca\/n1\/daily-quotidien\/251028\/dq251028a-eng.htm\">most common domestic violence charge<\/a> is simple assault. In these cases, the Crown can choose to charge the person by indictment or summarily. The use of weapons or choking makes sentences longer. If there is no physical injury, the chance of a more favourable outcome increases.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><h2>How does BC handle domestic violence cases differently?<\/h2>\n<p>For domestic violence cases, BC uses the <a href=\"https:\/\/www2.gov.bc.ca\/assets\/gov\/law-crime-and-justice\/criminal-justice\/prosecution-service\/crown-counsel-policy-manual\/ipv-1.pdf\">Crown Counsel Policy on Intimate Partner Violence<\/a>.\u00a0 This is a specific province-wide policy, effective July 2026.<\/p>\n<p>The Crown counsel usually continues a case once a person has been charged, even if the other person asks them not to. BC treats spouses and partners as vulnerable victims. Cases often move faster and with stricter conditions than other criminal charges.<\/p>\n<p>The Crown is more likely to ask for jail time. The sentence can also be harsher, as the relationship is a factor in these cases. Our lawyers work to limit the consequences for you and your family.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><h2>What could a domestic violence conviction cost you?<\/h2>\n<p>A conviction means a criminal record, whether it\u2019s for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/assault-lawyers\/\">assault<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/criminal-harassment-lawyers\/\">criminal harassment<\/a>, or uttering threats. That can lead to long-term issues with employment, especially if the job requires a clean record or a vulnerable sector check.<\/p>\n<p><b>A criminal record can also create problems with:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Custody and access to your children in family court.<\/li>\n<li>Your right to possess firearms, since courts often order a weapons prohibition in these cases.<\/li>\n<li>Immigration status, if you are not a Canadian citizen.<\/li>\n<li>Ease of travel, including to the US.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><h2>How can Strategic Criminal Defence help?<\/h2>\n<p><b>If someone makes a domestic violence complaint in the Greater Victoria area, it will likely be handled by one of the following:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Victoria Police Department.<\/li>\n<li>Saanich Police.<\/li>\n<li>Oak Bay Police.<\/li>\n<li>Central Saanich Police.<\/li>\n<li>An RCMP detachment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For the highest-risk cases, several agencies share information through the <a href=\"https:\/\/saanichpolice.ca\/2011\/08\/10\/regional-domestic-violence-unit-rdvu\/\">Regional Domestic Violence Unit (RDVU)<\/a>. This team also includes victim support workers and the Ministry of Children and Family Development. However, any officer in the region can still take and investigate a complaint.<\/p>\n<p>Officers usually interview witnesses, gather evidence, and request statements. The complainant\u2019s own testimony is enough for Crown counsel to approve a charge. Try to speak to a lawyer before you get to this stage.<\/p>\n<h3>Will you have to attend a bail hearing?<\/h3>\n<p>The police may hold you instead of releasing you. If so, they will likely take you to the Vancouver Island Regional Correctional Centre on Wilkinson Road until your bail hearing.<\/p>\n<p>We can look after the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/bail-hearings\/\">bail and release process<\/a> for you. Bail almost always comes with a no-contact condition and a weapons prohibition, even before a conviction. If you live with the other person, you may need to show that you have somewhere else to stay before your release.<\/p>\n<p>However, we can push for release conditions that still allow you to work and, where appropriate, to see your children safely.<\/p>\n<h3>Will your case go to trial?<\/h3>\n<p>Most criminal cases in Canada <a href=\"https:\/\/www.justice.gc.ca\/eng\/rp-pr\/csj-sjc\/ilp-pji\/pb-rpc\/pb2-rpc2.html\">do not go to trial<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Victoria lawyer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/julia-hunter\/\">Julia Hunter<\/a> worked with the Crown Prosecution Service and in Judges\u2019 Chambers before becoming a criminal defence lawyer. She understands when the Crown&#8217;s case has weak points.<\/p>\n<p>In domestic violence cases, that experience can lead to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/diversion-program-resolutions\/\">pre-trial resolution<\/a> that ends the case without a trial or a criminal record.<\/p>\n<p><b>Resolutions might include:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/peace-bond\/\"><b>A peace bond<\/b><\/a>. You agree to conditions, such as no contact and often the Respectful Relationships Program. In return, the Crown does not pursue a conviction.<\/li>\n<li><b>Diversion<\/b> under BC\u2019s Alternatives to Prosecution policy. This might be available for lower-risk cases. It resolves the matter outside court with no criminal record.<\/li>\n<li><b>A reduced charge<\/b>. The Crown agrees to a lesser offence in exchange for a guilty plea. This avoids a domestic violence-related conviction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In Victoria, there is no specific courtroom for domestic violence cases. A judge at the Victoria Law Courts, 850 Burdett Avenue, will hear your case. We can work to prevent a trial.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><h2>Testimonials<\/h2>\n<p><b>Here\u2019s what clients have said about us. Remember that past results do not guarantee future outcomes.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"width:calc( 100% + 50px ) !important;max-width:calc( 100% + 50px ) !important;margin-left: calc(-50px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-50px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-2 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;background-color:#000000;padding: 48px 60px 40px 60px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10 expandable-text\" style=\"color:#ffffff;margin-right:20px;\"><p><b>\u201cEmpathy, professionalism, and genuine understanding\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n<p>\u201cNavigating the legal system is stressful under any circumstances, but as an immigrant and a person of color, it can feel even more overwhelming. She approached my situation with empathy, professionalism, and genuine understanding, which made a huge difference\u2026<br \/>\nThanks, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/julia-hunter\/\">Julia Hunter<\/a> for all the support!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"font-size:16px;letter-spacing:-0.53px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#c22127;margin-top:15px;\"><p><strong>A.E.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-2{width:100% !important;margin-top : 20px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 48px !important;padding-right : 60px !important;margin-right : 25px;padding-bottom : 40px !important;padding-left : 60px !important;margin-left : 25px;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-2{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 30px !important;padding-right : 30px !important;margin-right : 25px;padding-bottom : 30px !important;padding-left : 30px !important;margin-left : 25px;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-2{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 25px;margin-left : 25px;}}<\/style><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-3 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;background-color:#000000;padding: 48px 60px 40px 60px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-12 expandable-text\" style=\"color:#ffffff;margin-right:20px;\"><p><b>\u201cExceptional to work with\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n<p>\u201cJulia was exceptional to work with. She calmly and clearly walked me through every step of the process and made sure my expectations were realistic and fully understood. She was always quick to respond to my emails, and her professionalism made a stressful situation much easier to manage. Thanks to Julia\u2019s hard work, we achieved a successful outcome. I\u2019m truly grateful and highly recommend her.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-13 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"font-size:16px;letter-spacing:-0.53px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#c22127;margin-top:15px;\"><p><strong>L.M.D.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-3{width:100% !important;margin-top : 20px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-3 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 48px !important;padding-right : 60px !important;margin-right : 25px;padding-bottom : 40px !important;padding-left : 60px !important;margin-left : 25px;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-3{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-3 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 30px !important;padding-right : 30px !important;margin-right : 25px;padding-bottom : 30px !important;padding-left : 30px !important;margin-left : 25px;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-3{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-3 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 25px;margin-left : 25px;}}<\/style><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-4 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;background-color:#000000;padding: 48px 60px 40px 60px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-14 expandable-text\" style=\"color:#ffffff;margin-right:20px;\"><p><b>\u201cIncredibly professional, responsive, and supportive\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n<p>\u201cI recently faced some legal charges and was feeling overwhelmed and scared about what might happen. That\u2019s when I turned to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/julia-hunter\/\">Julia Hunter<\/a> and I can\u2019t recommend her enough! From the very first consultation, she listened carefully to my side of the story, explained all my options in plain English (no confusing jargon), and laid out a clear strategy to fight the charges.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-15 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"font-size:16px;letter-spacing:-0.53px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#c22127;margin-top:15px;\"><p><strong>T.S.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-4{width:100% !important;margin-top : 20px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-4 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 48px !important;padding-right : 60px !important;margin-right : 25px;padding-bottom : 40px !important;padding-left : 60px !important;margin-left : 25px;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-4{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-4 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 30px !important;padding-right : 30px !important;margin-right : 25px;padding-bottom : 30px !important;padding-left : 30px !important;margin-left : 25px;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-4{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-4 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 25px;margin-left : 25px;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-16\"><h2>What defences could we use in your case?<\/h2>\n<p>Your lawyer will review the evidence against you from the Crown\u2019s disclosure package. The full relationship history is often relevant, too, not just the single incident that led to the charge.<\/p>\n<p><b>Common defences used in domestic violence cases include:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Self-defence, especially where both people were involved in a physical altercation.<\/li>\n<li>False or exaggerated allegations, which can arise in high-conflict separations or custody disputes.<\/li>\n<li>Lack of intent, or an honest mistake about what was said or done.<\/li>\n<li>Charter violations, such as an unlawful search, an improper arrest, or a delayed right to counsel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-17\"><h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">#accordion-5630-1 .fusion-panel:hover, #accordion-5630-1 .fusion-panel.hover{ background-color: #f5f5f5 } #accordion-5630-1 .fusion-panel { border-color:#f5f5f5; border-width:0px; background-color:#f5f5f5; }.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .panel-title a .fa-fusion-box{ color: #c22127;}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .panel-title a .fa-fusion-box:before{ font-size: 16px; width: 16px;}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1.fusion-toggle-icon-right .fusion-toggle-heading{ margin-right: 34px;}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .panel-title a{font-size:24px;color:#c22127;font-family:\"Lexend\";font-weight:700;}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .toggle-content{font-size:17px;color:#000000;font-family:\"Lexend\";font-weight:300;}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .panel-title a:not(.active):hover, #accordion-5630-1 .fusion-toggle-boxed-mode:hover .panel-title a { color: #c22127;}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .fusion-toggle-boxed-mode:hover .panel-title a .fa-fusion-box{ color: #c22127;}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1.fusion-toggle-icon-unboxed .fusion-panel .panel-title a:not(.active):hover .fa-fusion-box{ color: #c22127 !important;}<\/style><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-right fusion-toggle-icon-unboxed\" id=\"accordion-5630-1\"><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .panel-366244cd0152d888b .panel-title a{}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .panel-366244cd0152d888b .toggle-content{}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-366244cd0152d888b fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"366244cd0152d888b\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-5630-1\" data-target=\"#366244cd0152d888b\" href=\"#366244cd0152d888b\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Can I be charged even if the other person doesn\u2019t want that?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"366244cd0152d888b\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Yes. Under BC\u2019s Crown Counsel Policy, prosecutors generally continue a domestic violence case once it is charged. The decision belongs to the Crown, not the complainant.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .panel-ef91b9be190475f3e .panel-title a{}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .panel-ef91b9be190475f3e .toggle-content{}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-ef91b9be190475f3e fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"ef91b9be190475f3e\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-5630-1\" data-target=\"#ef91b9be190475f3e\" href=\"#ef91b9be190475f3e\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Will I automatically lose access to my children?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"ef91b9be190475f3e\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Not automatically, but a no-contact bail condition can block contact with your children if they live with the complainant. We can ask the court for a specific exception.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .panel-f319ac0fcf2f37c6a .panel-title a{}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .panel-f319ac0fcf2f37c6a .toggle-content{}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-f319ac0fcf2f37c6a fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"f319ac0fcf2f37c6a\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-5630-1\" data-target=\"#f319ac0fcf2f37c6a\" href=\"#f319ac0fcf2f37c6a\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Do I need a lawyer if this is my first charge?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"f319ac0fcf2f37c6a\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Yes. BC treats domestic violence cases as a priority. A conviction can affect custody, immigration, and firearms rights, even on a first offence. A lawyer can identify defences early and work to prevent the worst consequences.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .panel-ffef1b6cb2d894069 .panel-title a{}.fusion-accordian  #accordion-5630-1 .panel-ffef1b6cb2d894069 .toggle-content{}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-ffef1b6cb2d894069 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"ffef1b6cb2d894069\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-5630-1\" data-target=\"#ffef1b6cb2d894069\" href=\"#ffef1b6cb2d894069\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What happens if I get a peace bond?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"ffef1b6cb2d894069\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>A peace bond is not a conviction, so it will not give you a criminal record. You agree to conditions, like no contact with the other person, for up to 12 months. The court can also order you not to possess weapons during that time. Breaching any condition is a new criminal charge.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"width:calc( 100% + 50px ) !important;max-width:calc( 100% + 50px ) !important;margin-left: calc(-50px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-50px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-5 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;background-color:var(--awb-color8);padding: 40px 50px 40px 50px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-18\" style=\"text-align:center;font-size:18px;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:-0.3px;color:var(--awb-color1);\"><h3><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/contact\/\">Contact us<\/a><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"> for a free, no-obligation consultation.<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-5{width:100% !important;margin-top : 20px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-5 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 40px !important;padding-right : 50px !important;margin-right : 25px;padding-bottom : 40px !important;padding-left : 50px !important;margin-left : 25px;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-5{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-5 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 25px;margin-left : 25px;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-5{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-5 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 25px;margin-left : 25px;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"width:calc( 100% + 50px ) !important;max-width:calc( 100% + 50px ) !important;margin-left: calc(-50px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-50px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-6 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column cases grey-box\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;background-color:#f9f9f9;padding: 25px 50px 25px 50px;\"><div ><style>.fusion-imageframe.imageframe-1{ margin-bottom : 25px;}<\/style><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\" style=\"border-radius:8px;max-width:100px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"254\" height=\"300\" title=\"Julia Hunter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/Julia-Hunter-254x300.jpg\" alt class=\"img-responsive wp-image-53248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/Julia-Hunter-200x236.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/Julia-Hunter-400x473.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.strategiccriminaldefence.com\/victoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/Julia-Hunter.jpg 550w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 254px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-19\" style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:-0.3px;\"><p><strong>Verified By: <b>\u00a0Julia Hunter, Criminal Defence Lawyer<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-title.fusion-title-1{margin-top:10px!important; margin-right:0px!important;margin-bottom:15px!important;margin-left:0px!important;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-title.fusion-title-1{margin-top:10px!important; margin-right:0px!important;margin-bottom:10px!important; margin-left:0px!important;}}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:15px;margin-left:0px;\"><div class=\"title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:18;line-height:1.618;\">Last Modified: September 13, 2026<\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-20\" style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:-0.3px;\"><p>Julia Hunter is a senior criminal defence lawyer at Strategic Criminal Defence in Victoria, BC. She has appeared at every level of court in British Columbia and has defended clients on assault, impaired driving, theft, break and enter, and sexual offence charges. Before moving to defence work, she trained with the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service and the Specialized Prosecutions Branch, giving her direct insight into how the Crown builds its case. Julia holds a Law Degree with Honours from Queen\u2019s University Belfast.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-6{width:100% !important;margin-top : 25px;margin-bottom : 25px;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-6 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 25px !important;padding-right : 50px !important;margin-right : 25px;padding-bottom : 25px !important;padding-left : 50px !important;margin-left : 25px;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-6{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-6 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 25px;margin-left : 25px;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-nested-column-6{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-nested-column-6 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 25px;margin-left : 25px;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 30px;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 25px;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 25px;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 25px;margin-left : 25px;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 25px;margin-left : 25px;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-1{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;}<\/style><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p style=\"margin-bottom: 15px\">Domestic violence covers charges like assault or harassment against a partner or family member. 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