Affordable Criminal Defence Lawyers in Brockville

Experienced Brockville Criminal Defence Lawyers

Being charged with a criminal offence in Brockville can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. At Affordable Defence, our team provides strategic, high-quality criminal defence tailored to the unique challenges of criminal cases in Eastern Ontario. Our criminal defence lawyers, Solomon Friedman and Fady Mansour, are respected legal advocates with extensive courtroom experience—both as defence lawyers and former Crown prosecutors.

We are committed to protecting your rights and your future, whether you’re facing a minor summary offence or a serious indictable charge. With a focus on accessibility, responsiveness, and results, we offer affordable legal solutions without compromising the quality of your defence.

Let us be your difference.

If you’re charged with a serious criminal offence in Brockville, we can provide the experienced legal advice that can be the difference between a lifelong criminal record with jail time – or being able to resume your life.

It’s stressful enough at this time without worrying about mounting bills. We make your defence affordable.

Let us be your difference as we fight the charges against you.

Never forget that you’re innocent until proven guilty beyond any reasonable doubt in the Ontario courts.  Facing the justice system alone or with inexperienced legal counsel can be scary,  intimidating, and will never leave you feeling innocent as you attempt to prepare for your case or appeal.

Most individuals will only get one chance to get it right when before a judge, and that is where Brockville’s Affordable Defence team comes in.

Fady Mansour, Solomon Friedman, and Vanessa Garcia are highly experienced criminal defence lawyers in Brockville, Ontario that believe everyone deserves a powerful criminal defence to prove your innocence that doesn’t come at the cost of a high-priced attorney with thousands in legal fees.

We are here to help you feel comfortable and at ease as we work through your criminal case to prove your innocence before the courts.

Rights when facing criminal charges in Brockville

While it is important to know the law, which anyone can do by reading about it in books or online, it is also crucial to know your explicit circumstances, your personal criminal or non-criminal history and your priorities.

Our criminal defence team will take the time to get to know who you are and what your story is. We are not here to judge your past or make you feel bad, but to learn all of the details of your situation to better help fight your criminal case to the best of our ability using every avenue of the law possible. We are a compassionate criminal defence team that knows you haven’t budgeted for the high expenses that comes with a criminal legal team.

We offer a free consultation to learn about you and your case, as well as flexible fee structures to meet most peoples budgets. Affordable Defence wants to give you peace of mind to focus on your case and future freedom.

Defence for All Criminal Charges in Brockville

At Affordable Defence, we represent clients in Brockville and surrounding areas who are facing a wide range of criminal charges. Whether you’re accused of a first-time offence or dealing with a complex, high-stakes case, we bring experience, determination, and courtroom insight to your defence. We regularly handle cases involving:

• Assault, domestic assault, and threats
• Driving offences such as impaired driving (DUI) and refusal to provide a breath sample
• Drug charges, including simple possession and trafficking
• Theft, fraud, and property crimes
• Sexual offences and harassment
• Weapons and firearms offences

Both Fady Mansour and Solomon Friedman have extensive trial experience and a deep understanding of how the Crown builds its case. We use that insight to anticipate the prosecution’s moves and find legal weaknesses that can be used to your advantage.

All Canadians have many rights that are enshrined in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms that they are unaware of. The reality is that if you are caught in an altercation with the police, they typically will not remind you of these rights, so it is best to be aware of what they are.

Why Choose Affordable Defence in Brockville?

Choosing the right criminal defence lawyer can make a real difference in how your case is resolved. At Affordable Defence, we combine the courtroom experience of former prosecutors with a client-first approach designed to deliver real results. Here’s why clients throughout Brockville, Leeds and Grenville trust us:

• We know the Brockville courts. We have appeared before local judges and Crown attorneys and understand how cases are prosecuted here.
• We offer honest legal advice—without pressure. Our priority is helping you make informed decisions.
• We’re affordable. We offer transparent flat fees and payment plans so that financial barriers don’t stop you from getting strong legal representation.
• We care. You won’t be treated like a file number. We get to know your situation and build a defence strategy that fits your unique circumstances.

With Solomon Friedman and Fady Mansour, you’ll have trusted, proven defence counsel by your side from start to finish.

Your Charter Rights and Arbitrary Detention in Canada

When approached by a police officer, most people feel obligated to comply and engage in conversation. What many don’t realize is that Section 9 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms protects individuals from arbitrary detention—which occurs when police restrict your liberty without legal justification.

A detention doesn’t always involve handcuffs or an arrest. If a police officer makes you feel like you’re not free to leave—even without saying so directly—that could constitute a detention. Unless the officer has reasonable grounds to suspect you were involved in a criminal offence, the detention may be considered illegal.

At Affordable Defence, we carefully examine the legality of any police stop or interaction. If you were detained unlawfully, any evidence gathered may be excluded from trial, potentially resulting in charges being reduced or withdrawn entirely.

Know Your Charter Rights Under the Highway Traffic Act

In Ontario, police have broad powers to stop vehicles under the Highway Traffic Act—but that power is not unlimited. You can be pulled over so police can check:

• Your licence, registration, and insurance
• The vehicle’s mechanical condition
• Whether the driver is impaired or otherwise fit to drive

What many drivers don’t realize is that these types of stops are administrative in nature, not criminal investigations. Police cannot lawfully use these stops as a pretext to investigate you for unrelated suspected criminal activity. Doing so could violate your Charter rights under Section 8, which protects against unreasonable search and seizure.

Unless police can demonstrate clear legal grounds—such as the smell of alcohol, visible drugs, or an admission—they do not have automatic authority to search your vehicle. If your rights were violated during a vehicle stop, contact Affordable Defence immediately to preserve your defence options.

Your Rights When Police Come to Your Home

Under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, your home is protected by some of the strongest privacy laws in the country. Police cannot enter your residence without one of the following:

• A valid search warrant
• Your informed and voluntary consent
• Exigent circumstances (such as an active emergency)

Police may legally attend your home and knock on your door to ask questions or initiate contact. However, you are under no obligation to answer the door or speak with them—and they cannot use that visit as an excuse to look for signs of criminal activity.

If you choose to speak with police at your door, do not invite them inside unless you are certain of your rights. Granting entry may be construed as implied consent, but it does not give them the right to search your home or belongings. Any search without a warrant—or beyond the scope of a warrant—is likely unconstitutional.

If you believe police are attempting to search your home unlawfully, do not argue—simply state you do not consent, remain silent, and call Affordable Defence right away.

Were Your Charter Rights Violated? We Can Help

Our lawyers—Solomon Friedman and Fady Mansour—are well-versed in challenging unlawful police conduct. As former Crown prosecutors, they know how to identify Charter breaches and use them to strengthen your defence.

If your arrest, vehicle stop, or home search was conducted without legal authority, we may be able to exclude critical evidence or have your case dismissed entirely.

Protect your rights and your future—contact Affordable Defence for a free consultation.