Charles Spettigue Hamilton Criminal Lawyer

Charles has over 40 years of experience successfully defending people accused of all types of criminal charges.

Charles strongly believes that the fact that you did something does not mean that you are guilty of committing a crime and should be convicted and punished.

A criminal conviction can have devastating and long-lasting consequences including your ability to get bail in the future, careers, earning potential, international travel, family court proceedings, relationships etc.

In 1982 the Constitution Act and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms became law. The Courts had to start from scratch to interpret and apply those new laws to Criminal cases.

Charles was a student during this monumental moment in Canadian history and immediately after graduating in 1984 Charles began applying the Charter to his client’s cases. Charles has developed and honed his skills as a criminal defense lawyer for 40 years and has contributed to the development of Canadian Charter and Constitutional law during those same 40 years.

Charles uses his extensive knowledge of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms to expose Police and Crown misconduct that violates his clients Rights.

Charles uses the Charter to defend clients charged with serious crimes including Impaired/DUI, Impaired/DUI causing death or bodily harm, Dangerous Driving causing Death or Bodily Harm and all related driving charges, Drug and Firearms charges including Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking, Human Trafficking, Violent Offenses including Assault with a Weapon and Assault Bodily Harm, Domestic Partner Violence, Sexual Assault and all related offenses and Fraud and financial crimes.

Charles regularly uses his extensive knowledge of the Charter to exclude confessions, breath and blood samples, and evidence seized pursuant to a Search Warrant including Firearms and Drugs and obtain acquittals.

Charles provides compassionate and effective legal representation. Every client is treated as an individual and not as just a case or file number. Charles takes the time to understand each person's unique circumstances offering clear guidance and a strong defense tailored to their needs.

For 40 years Charles has used the Charter to successfully defend clients in a wide range of criminal matters and is especially committed to supporting individuals from marginalized and minority communities ensuring their voices are heard and their rights protected.

Whether you are facing charges for the first time or navigating a complex legal challenge in court you can count on Charles for empathy, honesty and relentless advocacy.

Charles Spettigue, a dedicated criminal lawyer in Hamilton, is committed to protecting clients and defending their rights.