Getting assault charges dropped involves several potential strategies, but the ultimate decision lies with the Crown Attorney's office. Defences include arguing the offence was trivial, pursuing a hybrid approach with counseling and apologies, agreeing to a peace bond, seeking an absolute discharge, exploring pre-trial resolutions, and building a strong defence such as self-defence or defence of property. Technicalities, such as Charter breaches or the loss of evidence, may also result in charges being dropped. It's crucial to have experienced legal counsel to navigate these options effectively. Victims recanting their testimony can impact the case, but it does not automatically lead to charges being dropped, particularly in domestic assault cases where the Crown is concerned about patterns of violence. Pre-trial discussions with the Crown about dropping charges may consider factors like the assault's severity, the accused's criminal history, and whether the incident was isolated.