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Criminal Defence Lawyer

Criminal Defence Lawyer Mississauga | Sharif Law PC

Mississauga, Brampton & the Greater Toronto Area

Criminal Defence Lawyer

If you have been arrested, charged or contacted by police, what you do in the first days matters. Mr. Muhammad Mudasir Sharif is a lawyer licensed by the Law Society of Ontario, based in Mississauga, who represents people facing criminal charges in Mississauga, Brampton and across the GTA.

Sharif Law PC also practises immigration and refugee law. For permanent residents, work and study permit holders, refugee claimants and other non-citizens, that means your criminal defence and the immigration consequences of the charge can be considered together from the start.

Licensed lawyer, regulated by the Law Society of Ontario.

LSO
Law Society of Ontario
Bail · Trial
Bail Hearings & Criminal Court
Crim + Imm
Criminal & Immigration Advice
GTA-wide
Mississauga · Brampton · Toronto & beyond

Facing Criminal Charges?

A criminal charge can affect your freedom, your job, your family and your ability to travel. Every case turns on its own facts: what the police say happened, how the evidence was gathered, whether your rights were respected, and what the Crown is prepared to do.

Mr. Sharif reviews the disclosure, explains the charge and the possible outcomes in plain language, and advises you on your options before decisions are made. However, no lawyer can promise a particular result, and this page does not do so.

He represents clients throughout Mississauga, Brampton, Toronto, Etobicoke and Oakville and surrounding areas.

About the Lawyer

Mr. Muhammad Mudasir Sharif — Criminal Defence Lawyer, Mississauga

Mr. Muhammad Mudasir Sharif

Criminal Defence & Immigration Lawyer · Mississauga, Ontario

Mr. Muhammad Mudasir Sharif founded Sharif Law PC to provide clients with focused legal advice and representation. He first practised law in Pakistan and then moved to Canada for further professional education.

Every matter at Sharif Law PC is handled by Mr. Sharif directly, not passed to junior staff or support personnel. When you retain the firm, you know exactly who is working on your file.

Regulated by

Law Society of Ontario

Practice

Criminal · Immigration

Service area

Mississauga & the GTA

What to Do If You Have Been Arrested or Charged

The steps you take early can shape the rest of your case.

Your first steps

  • Ask to speak to a lawyer. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (s. 10(b)) gives you the right to retain and instruct counsel without delay and to be told of that right.
  • You have the right to remain silent. Speak to a lawyer before giving a statement to the police.
  • Follow every condition of your release. Breaching a release order, undertaking or probation order can lead to a separate charge.
  • Keep your paperwork. Bring your appearance notice, undertaking, release order and any police documents to your consultation.
  • Do not discuss the case on social media, by text or with witnesses.
  • If you are not a Canadian citizen, tell your lawyer before you answer any further questions or decide how to resolve the charge.

Criminal Charges Handled at Sharif Law PC

As a criminal defence lawyer in Mississauga, Mr. Sharif represents people facing a range of charges.

Assault & Threats

Assault, domestic assault, choking and uttering threats.

Sexual Assault

Serious allegations that call for careful review of the evidence and your rights.

Impaired Driving

Impaired driving and “over 80” offences.

Property Offences

Theft, fraud and other property offences.

Drug Offences

Offences under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

Weapons Offences

Charges involving weapons under the Criminal Code.

Harassment & Mischief

Criminal harassment and mischief charges.

Breaches  Urgent

Breach of release conditions, probation or undertakings.

Bail Hearings  Urgent

Bail hearings and bail variations.

How a Criminal Case Moves Through the Courts

The path depends on the offence, but most cases include these stages:

Stages of a criminal case

  1. Arrest or being charged, followed by release or a bail hearing.
  2. First appearance, where the charge is read and the case is set for next steps.
  3. Disclosure, when the Crown provides the evidence it has. Your lawyer reviews it for gaps, weaknesses and Charter issues.
  4. Resolution discussions and pre-trial meetings with the Crown, and sometimes a judge.
  5. Trial, in the Ontario Court of Justice or the Superior Court of Justice depending on the offence and the choices available.
  6. Sentencing, if there is a finding of guilt.
  7. Appeal, where grounds exist.

A charge can be withdrawn, stayed, resolved, or tried. Which of these is realistic depends on the evidence and the law in your case.

Bail Hearings in Ontario

If you are held in custody after arrest, a bail (judicial interim release) hearing decides whether you are released while the case continues, and on what conditions. Bail is governed by the Criminal Code.

⚠️ Bail law changed in 2026. The Bail and Sentencing Reform Act (Bill C-14) received Royal Assent on June 15, 2026 and its bail and sentencing provisions came into force on July 15, 2026. It expanded the situations in which a reverse onus applies, meaning the accused must show why detention is not justified, and requires closer scrutiny of the bail plan when a reverse onus applies.

If you or a family member needs a bail hearing, contact Sharif Law right away. Bail plans, including the people who may act as sureties, should be discussed with a lawyer before the hearing.

Court Date or Bail Hearing Coming Up?

Tell Mr. Sharif what happened.
He will explain your options.

You do not need to know what happens next. Describe the charge, where you are in the process and what you are hoping to achieve.

Criminal Charges and Immigration Status

For people who are not Canadian citizens, a criminal charge is not only a criminal matter. Under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), a conviction in Canada, or an offence committed abroad, can make a person inadmissible, and “serious criminality” can lead to a removal order. The type of offence, whether there is a conviction, and the sentence imposed can all affect the immigration outcome.

That is why a non-citizen should get immigration advice before deciding how to resolve a criminal charge, including before any guilty plea. Sharif Law PC advises on both sides of the problem.

See our page on criminal inadmissibility for more.

Why Clients Choose Sharif Law PC

There are many criminal lawyers in Mississauga. Here is how Mr. Sharif approaches every matter.

Your file is handled by the lawyer

Mr. Sharif manages your matter himself. You know exactly who is working on your case.

Plain explanations

You will understand the charge, the process and the risks at each stage.

Urgent matters treated urgently

If you have a court date, a bail hearing or a release condition problem, call or WhatsApp directly.

Criminal and immigration advice in one office

This matters if your status in Canada could be affected by the charge.

Mississauga office, GTA-wide service

Mississauga, Brampton, Toronto, Etobicoke, Oakville and surrounding areas.

Common Questions — Criminal Lawyer

What should I do if I am arrested in Mississauga, Brampton, Toronto, Etobicoke, Oakville and surrounding areas?

Ask to speak to a lawyer, exercise your right to remain silent, and do not sign or agree to anything you do not understand. Contact a lawyer as soon as possible.

Do I need a lawyer for my first court appearance?

You are not required to have one, but the first appearance sets the direction of the case, including disclosure, bail issues and scheduling. Speaking to a lawyer beforehand is usually wise.

What is a bail hearing?

A hearing where a justice decides whether you will be released before trial and under what conditions. See the bail section above for the 2026 changes.

Can criminal charges be withdrawn or dismissed?

Sometimes. The Crown may withdraw or stay a charge, resolve it through diversion or another agreed outcome, or the court may find the Crown has not proven the case. Whether any of these is realistic depends on your facts.

Will a criminal charge affect my immigration status?

It can. The effect depends on your status, the offence, whether there is a conviction and the sentence. Get advice before resolving the charge.

How much does a criminal lawyer cost in Mississauga, Brampton, Toronto, Etobicoke, Oakville and surrounding areas?

Fees depend on the charge, its complexity and whether the case resolves or goes to trial.

Visit or Contact Sharif Law PC

Sharif Law PC
7033 Telford Way, Unit 17B
Mississauga, ON L5S 1V4

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Serving clients throughout the GTA including:

Mississauga, ON Brampton, ON Toronto, ON Etobicoke, ON Oakville, ON

Criminal Defence Lawyer Mississauga

Advocacy you can count on.

Charged, arrested or contacted by police? Tell Mr. Sharif what happened, where you are in the process and what you are hoping to achieve.

The information on this page is general information, not legal advice. Contacting Sharif Law PC does not create a solicitor-client relationship. Please avoid including highly sensitive or confidential information in an initial enquiry.