Criminal allegations can result in deprivation of liberty in a variety of ways.
A criminal record can make it difficult to find work. Criminal records affect working people differently from one another based on industry, employer, and type of record check. Risk to driver's license, the potential for placement on a sex offender registry, potential immigration consequences, and the world of possible probation terms can all threaten an accused person's return to normalcy.
Adel Afzal reviews the Crown case, identifies missing disclosure, and ensures that the defence has what it needs. Where relevant, he talks to clients about retaining an investigator, toxicologist, or doctor.
Each case is unique and the criminal law and its rules of evidence may apply in ways that offer possible strategic advantages.