Best Vancouver Criminal Defence Lawyer. David Lance Karp is an experienced Vancouver criminal defence lawyer with a proven track record representing individuals facing serious criminal charges. His practice includes drug offences, assault and other violent offences, impaired driving, fraud, theft, sexual offences and a wide range of Criminal Code matters.
David works directly with each client, providing focused, strategic and dedicated representation. He carefully examines the evidence, identifies weaknesses in the Crown’s case and prepares every defence with one goal in mind: protecting his clients’ rights, freedoms and future.
From Trafficking Charges to Conditional Sentence Order Earlier this year, I represented a client that was facing trafficking charges for fentanyl. This is a very serious charge and the client was very distressed. After meeting with the client, I was able to learn about the client’s history and background. I learned that this was…
Another 5 star review from a client facing sexual assault charges. My client was being investigated amidst sexual assault charges. He was not guilty and he hired me as a precaution. I was able to speak to prosecution about sexual assault case law as well as the validity of the claims. My client was not…
As an experienced and recognized criminal defence lawyer in Vancouver, I often represent clients for bail hearings. I had a recent case in Vancouver which was a contested bail hearing. The client was facing multiple accounts of assault and break and enter and this was the clients third offence. I represented the client and my…
Honoured to be ranked once again this year as one of the top 3 criminal defence lawyers in Vancouver. All of the criminal defence lawyers evaluated face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes everything from checking reviews, ratings, reputation, history, complaints, satisfaction, trust and cost to general excellence. Its important to hire a criminal defence…
Have you been charged with sexual assault? This is a very serious charge that can impact your life forever. You need a lawyer that is experienced with these charges ff you are convicted of a sex crime. I have defended many clients against these charges. It is important to know that these charge can result…
Share this video of what parents & teens need to know about sharing photos. Almost every teen has a phone and is active on social media or apps in which they can message, share photos and videos. There are many advantages to technology and apps but as we know there are many negative…
One of the goals I’ve been able to accomplish with social media is to convey the message that people who call me can be everyday people who find themselves in a difficult situation. People can be facing charges due to many reasons including: 1. Wrongful charge 2. Wrong place, wrong time 3. Trying to…
Have you been charged with a crime? Better call Karp. If you, a friend or even a family member are in need of a criminal defence lawyer, I am available for a free consultation. Remember to always speak to a criminal defence lawyer before speaking to the police. Its important to know when you have…
While I am happy that we have days and months in which we promote awareness of mental health, it is important to me to speak about mental health and criminal charges. This was a great question and in the last 20 years, I have represented many clients who have had mental health challenges, drug addiction,…
I recently received the following letter from a client who is not tech savvy but wanted me to share his experience in working with me. This heartfelt letter really tells the story of how this gentleman gained back his life and career. I hope the story also helps to illustrate that I am passionate about…