Terms, Privacy, and Conditions of Use
Please read these terms carefully.
1. Generality of information found on this websiteAny information found on this website is of a general nature and is not to be relied on as legal advice. This website is provided on an "as is" basis and the author makes no guarantee as to its accuracy. You are thus advised that some or all information found on this website may be inaccurate. By using this website, you agree that the author shall not be liable, regardless of the cause or duration, for any errors, inaccuracies, omissions, found in the information contained within. You further agree that you have been advised not to rely on the information found on this website for legal advice and to contact a lawyer regarding any legal issues or questions you may have.
The information found on this website should only be used to provide general information regarding shoplifting, criminal defence and related issues in Canada. Understand that each legal case is different and no guarantees can be made as to what the ultimate disposition of your case will be. Further, information found on this website is not necessarily infinitely accurate over time. The law is constantly being amended by governments and courts continue to interpret existing legislation differently over time. Information on this website thus may not be up to date. You are strongly advised not to rely on information found on our website to make decisions regarding your specific legal matter.
2. Contract of sale, disclaimer, and fees
You agree and understand that Mark Zinck retains the sole discretion whether to take your case or not, or to refer your case to another lawyer or not. Not all cases are handled personally by Mark Zinck. Past results are not necessarily an indicator of future results. Our flat fee will be disclosed prior to retention and will depend on the seriousness of your case. Cases that are more serious generally take longer to resolve and thus may require a higher fee. More serious cases include those involving theft from an employer, accused who have a criminal record, resisting arrest matters, accused who have been charged with shoplifting previously, and cases with other aggravating circumstances.
3. Contacting us
By using our contact form, you agree to receive communications from us in the future. You are advised that we do not guarantee a response if you contact us. Contacting us does not create a solicitor client relationship with Mark Zinck. If you do not receive a response from us within 24 hours, you are advised to seek other defence counsel.
4. Legal Aid Certificates
Lawyer Mark Zinck has a policy that neither he nor any of his agents or other employees shall accept or consider any legal aid certificates of any nature whatsoever ("Legal Aid Certificates"). Accordingly, you may not use this website or information obtained there from to submit Legal Aid Certificates to Mark Zinck via any means (including, without limitation, via mail, fax or email). Should you nevertheless contravene this express prohibition by sending Legal Aid Certificates to Mark Zinck, please be advised that the Legal Aid Certificates will not be considered by Mark Zinck and will not be forwarded to or discussed with any third parties.
5. Privacy Policy
We do not actively disclose any information submitted to us through this website to any third parties for any purposes whatsoever. Any use of this website is not guaranteed to be fully confidential as it may be possible for a third party, such as an internet service provider or email provider, to track your usage and communications sent to us via email. As noted, if you do not receive a response from us within 24 hours, you are advised to seek other defence counsel.
You don't have to jeopardize your future or waste thousands of dollars on excessive legal fees. We provide effective and affordable lawyer representation for those charged with all forms of theft and fraud related offences throughout Ontario, Canada.
Have a skilled criminal lawyer who focuses on theft and fraud related charges protect you and your future from the stigma and consequences of a criminal record.
Your case will be defended by a fully licensed Practicing Lawyer of the Law Society of Ontario. For more information about our lawyer, click here.
We provide our clients with:
- Flat fee pricing
- US travel advice and information
- Employment background check advice/services
- Fingerprints and records destruction services
- Clear goals of getting charges dropped and bail conditions varied without a trial
- Help with related immigration issues
- Vulnerable Sector records suppression help
- Experienced, focused counsel
Law and Consequences
- Theft Under $5000
- Fraud Under $5000
- Toronto Shoplifting
- Shoplifting: Criminal Code
- US Travel Issues
- Shoplifting and Immigration
- First Offence Shoplifting
- Second Offence Shoplifting
- Theft from an Employer
- Resisting Arrest/Assault
- CPIC database information
- Quantity: Value, Items, Stores
- Shoplifting and Depression
- Appearance Notice
- Undertaking (Form 10)
- Self-Checkout cases
- Indian/South Asian shoplifting
- What to do if caught
- Co-Accused shoplifting cases
- Children's Aid referrals
- Keep shoplifting charges a secret
- Non-cooperation & running away
- YCJA Youth shoplifting charges
- Credit Card Fraud
- Possess property obtained by crime
- Fingerprints and Photographs
- Warnings and Cautions
- Nurse (RN), RPN, and PSW issues
- Explaining the charges to a spouse
- Doorstep mail parcel theft
- Punishments and Consequences
- Get shoplifting charges dropped
- Hiring a Lawyer
- Theft Under $5000
- Fraud Under $5000
- Toronto Shoplifting
- Shoplifting: Criminal Code
- US Travel Issues
- Shoplifting and Immigration
- First Offence Shoplifting
- Second Offence Shoplifting
- Theft from an Employer
- Resisting Arrest/Assault
- CPIC database information
- Quantity: Value, Items, Stores
- Shoplifting and Depression
- Appearance Notice
- Undertaking (Form 10)
- Self-Checkout cases
- Indian/South Asian shoplifting
- What to do if caught
- Co-Accused shoplifting cases
- Children's Aid referrals
- Keep shoplifting charges a secret
- Non-cooperation & running away
- YCJA Youth shoplifting charges
- Credit Card Fraud
- Possess property obtained by crime
- Fingerprints and Photographs
- Warnings and Cautions
- Nurse (RN), RPN, and PSW issues
- Explaining the charges to a spouse
- Doorstep mail parcel theft
- Punishments and Consequences
- Get shoplifting charges dropped
- Hiring a Lawyer
* Please note:
If you are not a paying client, we cannot answer questions and provide assistance with U.S. travel, immigration, employment background checks, and avoiding a criminal record. This includes those who have already retained other counsel and those whose cases have already been completed. We also only take calls/emails relating to Ontario, Canada area cases.
If you are not a paying client, we cannot answer questions and provide assistance with U.S. travel, immigration, employment background checks, and avoiding a criminal record. This includes those who have already retained other counsel and those whose cases have already been completed. We also only take calls/emails relating to Ontario, Canada area cases.
Are you a lawyer? If you are defending a theft or fraud related case and are looking for expert advice regarding possible defences, case strategies, and information release management call us at: 647-228-5969.
Please note: We do not accept legal aid certificate cases. All clients are handled on a private retainer only.
Law and Consequences
- Theft Under $5000
- Fraud Under $5000
- Toronto Shoplifting
- Shoplifting: Criminal Code
- US Travel Issues
- Shoplifting and Immigration
- First Offence Shoplifting
- Second Offence Shoplifting
- Theft from an Employer
- Resisting Arrest/Assault
- CPIC database information
- Quantity: Value, Items, Stores
- Shoplifting and Depression
- Appearance Notice
- Undertaking (Form 10)
- Self-Checkout cases
- Indian/South Asian shoplifting
- What to do if caught
- Co-Accused shoplifting cases
- Children's Aid referrals
- Keep shoplifting charges a secret
- Non-cooperation & running away
- YCJA Youth shoplifting charges
- Credit Card Fraud
- Possess property obtained by crime
- Fingerprints and Photographs
- Warnings and Cautions
- Nurse (RN), RPN, and PSW issues
- Explaining the charges to a spouse
- Doorstep mail parcel theft
- Punishments and Consequences
- Get shoplifting charges dropped
- Hiring a Lawyer
- Fraud Under $5000
- Toronto Shoplifting
- Shoplifting: Criminal Code
- US Travel Issues
- Shoplifting and Immigration
- First Offence Shoplifting
- Second Offence Shoplifting
- Theft from an Employer
- Resisting Arrest/Assault
- CPIC database information
- Quantity: Value, Items, Stores
- Shoplifting and Depression
- Appearance Notice
- Undertaking (Form 10)
- Self-Checkout cases
- Indian/South Asian shoplifting
- What to do if caught
- Co-Accused shoplifting cases
- Children's Aid referrals
- Keep shoplifting charges a secret
- Non-cooperation & running away
- YCJA Youth shoplifting charges
- Credit Card Fraud
- Possess property obtained by crime
- Fingerprints and Photographs
- Warnings and Cautions
- Nurse (RN), RPN, and PSW issues
- Explaining the charges to a spouse
- Doorstep mail parcel theft
- Punishments and Consequences
- Get shoplifting charges dropped
- Hiring a Lawyer
We provide:
- Flat fee pricing
- 99%+ non-conviction success rate
- U.S. travel advice and information
- Help with related immigration issues
- Employment background check advice/services
- Fingerprints and records destruction services
- A clear goal of getting the charges dropped without a trial
- Vulnerable Sector records suppression help
- Timely resolutions
- Lawyer/client privilege
- Experienced, focused counsel