Vilkhov Law’s criminal lawyers in Newmarket offer a full range of criminal defence services. We practice criminal law exclusively and defend all criminal cases throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area, from DUI and simple assault to the most complicated cases, including financial crimes, sex-related offences involving minors, as well as drug and weapon charges.
Our criminal defence lawyers in Newmarket focus exclusively on criminal law, ensuring that anyone searching for a criminal lawyer near me in York Region can rely on our experience and results.
Our criminal defence lawyers in Newmarket are well-known for their client-centric approach and focus on results. We are dedicated to helping clients go through the trying times of criminal charges with integrity, trust, and competence by offering unique and personalized representation, focusing on achieving the best possible outcome.
Facing charges in Newmarket? Our criminal defence lawyers in Newmarket represent clients at the Newmarket Courthouse (50 Eagle St. W.) in matters ranging from sexual assault and DUI to assault, drug, and fraud cases. With deep experience in York Region, we build strong bail plans, challenge the Crown’s evidence, and fight for the best possible outcome.
On this page:
- Meet Our Newmarket Criminal Defence Lawyers
- Legal Services in Newmarket
- Criminal Lawyer Near You in Newmarket
- Newmarket Courthouse
- What To Do After an Arrest in Newmarket
- Why Choose Vilkhov Law Professional Corporation in Newmarket
- Case Results from Our Newmarket Criminal Defence Lawyers
- FAQ about Newmarket Criminal Defence
Experienced Newmarket defence lawyers can fight your criminal charges. Call 647-977-5852 or reach out online for a free review.
As a principal lawyer and founder of Vilkhov Law Corporation, Igor Vilkhov handles each criminal matter personally from the beginning to the end. Igor Vilkhov is well-known as a seasoned criminal lawyer and a strong advocate of the presumption of innocence, who is passionate about defending clients against criminal charges and ensuring their rights throughout the criminal process.
Joel Prajs, an experienced criminal defence lawyer, is known for strong courtroom advocacy and creative defence strategies. Joel has represented clients in a wide range of serious charges, including sexual assault and drug offences.
Alongside Igor and Joel, our team includes other skilled associates, articling students, and support staff, all dedicated to providing personalized and effective defence strategies.
Criminal Lawyer Near You in Newmarket
Searching for a criminal lawyer near me? We serve not only Newmarket but also Aurora, East Gwillimbury, King, and Whitchurch-Stouffville. Our criminal lawyers in Newmarket appear daily at 50 Eagle St. W., handling bail hearings, trials, and appeals. Same-day consultations are available 24/7.
Areas Our Newmarket Criminal Lawyers Serve
We represent clients across Newmarket and surrounding York Region communities. Within Newmarket itself, we regularly assist clients from neighbourhoods such as Central Newmarket, Stonehaven–Wyndham, Glenway Estates, Bristol–London, Summerhill Estates, Armitage, Woodland Hill, and Huron Heights–Leslie Valley.
Beyond the town, we also serve nearby areas across York Region, including Aurora, East Gwillimbury, King, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Bradford, and Richmond Hill.
Whether your matter is at the Newmarket Courthouse (50 Eagle St. W.) or another York Region location, our lawyers are prepared to stand by you from the first appearance to trial.
Newmarket Courthouse
Newmarket is a town in Ontario and a part the Greater Toronto Area with a total area of 14.86 sq. miles. Bordering Aurora, King, East Gwillimbury, and Whitchurch–Stouffville, Newmarket is a seat of the Regional Municipality of York with a total population of 87.942 people according to the 2021 census.
Newmarket is the home of York Regional Police headquarters serving the community of Newmarket, Aurora, King, East Gwillimbury, Whitchurch-Stouffville, and northern portions of Vaughan. The York police headquarters is a new facility open in the fall of 2021, located at 429 Harry Walker Pkwy S.
Newmarket Courthouse: What You Need to Know
Address: 50 Eagle St. W., Newmarket, ON.
Courts: Ontario Court of Justice & Superior Court of Justice (criminal).
What happens first: at your first appearance, disclosure is requested and the next court date is set. This is not a trial.
Bail hearings: often heard the same or next day; we prepare your surety and plan in advance.
York Regional Police HQ: 429 Harry Walker Pkwy S, Newmarket — opened in 2021.
We represent clients in the Newmarket courthouse and the Superior Court of Justice. While our law office is centrally located in downtown Toronto at Richmond Street West Suite 1100, Toronto, we can schedule your legal appointment with our criminal lawyers in the Newmarket courthouse or at our Toronto office, depending on your situation.
What To Do After an Arrest in Newmarket
- Stay silent — speak only to your lawyer.
- Call us immediately — we offer 24/7 response.
- Prepare a surety (family or friend) for bail.
- Save all communications (texts, emails, social media).
- Do not contact the complainant.
These steps can make the difference between release and custody.
Why Choose Vilkhov Law Professional Corporation in Newmarket?
Our Newmarket criminal lawyers from Vilkhov Law are well-known for their dedication and personal approach to each criminal case. As a performance-driven law firm, we are focused on delivering unique and personalized defence strategies for the best possible outcomes.
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Case Results from Our Newmarket Criminal Defence Lawyers
1. DUI Charges Withdrawn — R. v. J.M. (Newmarket)
Charges: Client was charged with impaired driving and “Over 80” after being stopped late at night in Newmarket.
Defence: We challenged the officer’s grounds for the traffic stop and raised issues with the timing of the breath demand. Expert evidence revealed reliability problems with the testing device.
Result: The Crown withdrew all DUI charges. The client avoided a criminal record and licence suspension.
2. Domestic Assault — Peace Bond Resolution — R. v. A.S. (Newmarket)
Charges: Our client was accused of domestic assault following a dispute at home.
Defence: We highlighted inconsistencies between the 911 call, police notes, and the complainant’s later statement. We negotiated with the Crown to seek a non-criminal resolution.
Result: The charges were withdrawn. The client entered into a peace bond and avoided a criminal record.
3. Sexual Assault Acquittal — R. v. P.L. (Newmarket)
Charges: The client faced allegations of sexual assault after an incident with an acquaintance.
Defence: Through detailed cross-examination, we exposed contradictions in the complainant’s testimony, prior statements, and text messages.
Result: The judge found the complainant unreliable, and the client was acquitted of all charges, avoiding SOIRA registration.
4. Firearm Possession — Charges Dismissed — R. v. K.D. (Newmarket)
Charges: Client was charged with possession of a firearm for a dangerous purpose after a vehicle search in York Region.
Defence: We brought a Charter application, arguing that the police search lacked reasonable grounds. The court agreed that the client’s s.8 Charter right was violated.
Result: The court excluded the firearm evidence, and all charges were dismissed.
Yes. We regularly defend firearm possession cases and drug-related offences in York Region. These charges often involve search and seizure issues, police errors, or questions about knowledge and control. Our lawyers carefully examine the evidence for Charter breaches and fight to have unlawfully obtained evidence excluded.
Stay silent, ask to speak to your lawyer, and contact us immediately. Do not discuss the case with police or anyone else without legal advice. If bail is an issue, we will help organize a surety and prepare a strong bail plan to increase your chances of release. Preserving text messages, social media records, and witness information can also be crucial to your defence.
Yes. We provide free initial consultations so you can understand the charges, review potential defences, and receive guidance on next steps without any financial commitment. If you or a family member has been arrested in Newmarket, you can contact us 24/7 for immediate bail assistance and case review.
Yes. While many of our cases are in Newmarket, we also represent clients across York Region, including Aurora, East Gwillimbury, King, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Bradford, and Richmond Hill. Whether your matter is at the Newmarket Courthouse or another nearby jurisdiction, our lawyers are available to assist.
It is possible, depending on the facts of your case. Charges may be withdrawn where there are inconsistencies in the evidence, disclosure problems, Charter breaches, or if an alternative resolution is negotiated with the Crown. In Newmarket, we have secured withdrawals in domestic assault cases after proving credibility issues, achieved fraud charge reductions through restitution, and defended DUI cases where police procedures were flawed. Every case is unique, but our goal is always to avoid a criminal conviction whenever possible.
Yes. Allegations of sexual assault are among the most serious criminal charges in Ontario. Our Newmarket sexual assault lawyers scrutinize the credibility of the complainant, challenge improper police procedures, and pursue Charter applications where your rights have been breached. We also advise on the collateral consequences of these charges, including SOIRA registration and s.161 orders, and fight for the best possible outcome — whether that is a withdrawal, peace bond, or acquittal.
Criminal matters in Newmarket are heard at the Newmarket Courthouse, 50 Eagle St. W., which houses both the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice. This courthouse serves all of York Region, including Aurora, East Gwillimbury, King, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Bradford, and Richmond Hill. Our lawyers appear here regularly for first appearances, bail hearings, trials, and sentencing.
The cost of hiring a criminal lawyer in Newmarket depends on the seriousness of the charges, the expected length of the proceedings, and whether expert witnesses or extensive disclosure are involved. A straightforward DUI case will usually be less costly than a complex sexual assault or fraud trial. At Vilkhov Law, we provide clear fee structures and staged billing so you know what to expect, and every case begins with a free initial consultation.
ASSAULT
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A simple assault charge can change your life forever. A lawyer can help mitigate the negative consequences of this charge.MANSLAUGHTER
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Section 234 of the Criminal Code of Canada defines manslaughter as any culpable homicide that is not murder or infanticide.
FIREARM POSSESSION
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It is a criminal offence to unlawfully possess a firearm, to possess a weapon knowing that its possession is unauthorized, or to possess a weapon (such as firearms) for a dangerous purpose.
DRUG POSSESSION
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Possession means that you have both knowledge and control of the drug or substance. It does not matter whether the drugs are actually yours or not.
SEXUAL ASSAULT
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Sexual assault does not just include non-consensual intercourse. Even activities, such as kissing, fondling or, any sexual touching without the complainant’s consent can constitute sexual assault.DANGEROUS DRIVING
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Dangerous driving is different from careless driving. The former is a criminal offence under the Criminal Code of Canada, and the latter is a Highway Traffic Act offence.
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Money laundering is essentially taking the proceeds of a crime and using them in another transaction in order to change or disguise the nature of those proceeds.
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Criminal harassment is knowingly and without authority, engaging in conduct that makes someone either fear for their own safety or fear for the safety of someone known to them.
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