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Your Trusted Criminal Defense Team in Ontario
Daley, Byers is a distinguished criminal defense law firm with over 42 years of experience serving clients across Ontario. Founded in 1981 by Bruce Daley and Ken Byers, the firm has built a reputation for delivering comprehensive legal defense in all areas of criminal law, including DUI charges, domestic assault, sexual offenses, drug-related cases, and more. Our approach combines decades of legal expertise with a commitment to personalized client service, ensuring every case receives meticulous attention.We leverage state-of-the-art technology and a team of seasoned professionals to provide innovative defense strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances. With a high success rate and a focus on achieving favorable outcomes, we prioritize client communication, offering 24/7 access to our team and flexible payment plans. Our mission is to protect clients' rights while minimizing the impact of legal challenges on their lives, careers, and families.
Services
DUI Defense
Domestic Assault
Sexual Offenses
Drug Charges
Bail Hearings
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- 42+ years of experience in criminal defense law
- High success rate in complex criminal cases
- 24/7 access to experienced legal team members
- Flexible payment plans for financial accessibility
- Comprehensive defense strategies tailored to each case
What people say
High success rate
24/7 access available
Fair payment plans
Compassionate representation
Exceptional legal expertise
Services
DUI Defense
Our DUI defense practice specializes in challenging breath test results, procedural violations, and constitutional rights breaches. With over 30 years of experience, we employ technical defenses such as improper stop analysis, breathalyzer calibration challenges, and rights-to-counsel violations. Our team has successfully defended thousands of cases with a 90%+ success rate, offering free consultations and strategic representation from initial investigation through trial proceedings.
Domestic Assault
We provide comprehensive defense for domestic assault charges, focusing on relationship dynamics and evidentiary challenges. Our approach includes negotiating charge withdrawals, securing bail variations, and challenging complainant credibility. With decades of courtroom experience, we help clients navigate both criminal proceedings and related family law issues while working to preserve relationships and avoid criminal records through strategic plea negotiations and trial advocacy.
Sexual Offenses
Our sexual offense defense practice handles complex cases involving historical allegations, consent issues, and DNA evidence challenges. We specialize in SOIRA registration avoidance and employ expert witnesses for forensic analysis. With 24/7 emergency response capabilities, we protect clients' rights during police investigations and trial proceedings, focusing on maintaining privacy and challenging prosecution evidence through rigorous cross-examination and scientific analysis.
Drug Charges
We defend all drug-related charges from possession to trafficking, focusing on Charter rights violations and evidence admissibility. Our team challenges search and seizure procedures, laboratory analysis protocols, and chain-of-custody issues. With extensive experience in controlled substances cases, we develop defense strategies targeting procedural flaws while providing realistic case assessments and negotiating favorable plea bargains when appropriate to minimize long-term consequences.
Bail Hearings
Our bail hearing practice secures timely releases with favorable conditions through immediate court appearances and persuasive advocacy. We specialize in complex bail variations, surety preparation, and breach of recognizance defense. With 24/7 availability, we work to expedite court processes while developing comprehensive defense strategies that address both immediate release concerns and long-term case outcomes through experienced courtroom representation.
People
Bruce Daley
Criminal Defense Lawyer
With over 42 years of experience, Bruce Daley specializes in criminal defense law, handling complex cases across Ontario. He focuses on DUI charges, sexual offenses, and violent crimes, maintaining a strong courtroom presence while prioritizing client communication and strategic defense planning.
Ken Byers
Criminal Defense Lawyer
Ken Byers brings extensive criminal law expertise to complex defense cases, with particular recognition for DUI and domestic assault defense. He emphasizes client-centered representation, combining aggressive courtroom advocacy with practical solutions to minimize legal consequences for clients across Ontario.
Questions
What experience do you have in criminal defense?
Our founding partners have 64+ years each of experience defending criminal charges in Ontario courts, with a proven track record in DUI, domestic assault, and complex criminal cases.
Do you handle cases outside Toronto?
We serve clients across Ontario with 15 office locations and virtual consultations, defending cases in almost every Ontario Court of Justice.
How do you communicate with clients?
We provide 24/7 access to our team, regular case updates, and direct communication with lawyers through personal cell numbers for urgent matters.
Can you help with payment concerns?
We offer flexible payment plans and work with clients to accommodate financial situations while maintaining high-quality legal representation.
What makes your firm different?
Our 'Total Defense' approach combines decades of experience, innovative legal strategies, and personalized attention to achieve optimal outcomes for each client.
How quickly can you start working on my case?
We provide immediate attention to urgent matters, with emergency services available 24/7 and initial consultations typically within 24 hours of contact.
