Criminal Defence
You Need A Strong Defence Strategy
Michel DesNeiges works with a variety of defendants facing many different charges and can represent youths as well as adults. Michel will mount your defence whether for drug offences, domestic assault, theft or violent crime allegations. Michel will also handle many DUI cases by challenging evidence that is illegally obtained.
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When you choose to work with Michel DesNeiges, he will carefully investigate your case and build a strong defence strategy. During your legal proceedings he will help you understand the process and discuss your options, helping you make informed decisions. As a trial litigator, he will fight so that you receive a fair trial, challenge any evidence that is illegally obtained, and make certain that your case is presented as strongly as possible.
Michel will help by:
- Carefully investigating your case to uncover evidence
- Interviewing all relevant witnesses
- Bringing in witnesses, when appropriate, to testify on your behalf
- Negotiating to have your charges or sentence reduced, if possible
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I can help you effectively deal with charges brought against you. I’ll work hard towards a favorable solution.
Michel L. DesNeiges
BPs, MES, LLB
Michel DesNeiges is an experienced trial lawyer with deep Maritime roots.
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Recent Cases
Assault
Facts: Client charged with assault. Client accused of violently forcing his then-girlfriend to the floor and preventing her from getting up during a domestic argument. Verdict: Not guilty. Reasons: Complainant lacked credibility – Client acted in self-defence – After Client told Complainant to stop throwing away his personal belongings and after taking an item away from her, she attacked him – Client attempted to prevent injury to himself by briefly grabbing the Complainant by the wrists – Client used reasonable force in the circumstances.
Criminal Negligence
Facts: Client charged with criminal negligence and assault causing bodily harm. Client accused of neglecting her child and/or causing injury to the child after unexplained serious bruising was discovered on the child’s body. Outcome: All charges withdrawn. Reasons: The prosecution realized it had no reasonable prospect of conviction after the Preliminary Inquiry revealed Client had taken proper measures to care for the child once the injuries were discovered – No evidence Client caused the injuries.
Harassment
Facts: Client charged with criminal harassment. Client accused of stalking and intimidating her ex-boyfriend by driving by him at various locations in the community. Verdict: Not guilty. Reasons: Complainant not credible – Complainant annoyed mostly by Client’s rude gestures.
Cases in the News
National Post
Judge dismisses charges against jail guards in death of N.S. inmate
CBC News
Charges against ex-daycare operator withdrawn
Times & Transcript
Some “courtroom gambles” can put Casino NB to shame
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Contact us at (506) 389-8999, michel@progressivelaw.ca or fill out the form below to receive a free and confidential initial consultation.
There are many advantages to hiring Michel DesNeiges. First, when you call his office, you will talk to him personally, not a secretary. Second, you pay for the effort he devotes to your case, not to overhead costs. This way, he can offer you legal services at a very competitive rate.