Yes. In Ontario, an assault charge can be laid months, or even years, after the incident police are investigating. The "deadline" some people have heard about is real, but it's a 12…
Certain criminal offences can lead to deportation from Canada. The risk depends on the maximum penalty for the offence, the sentence imposed, and the individual’s immigration status…
Facing charges for assaulting a police officer in Canada can lead to serious legal consequences, including a criminal record, probation, and possible imprisonment. These charges oft…
If you’re familiar with the term “derivative,” it’s probably in relation to those exotic financial instruments traded on Bay Street. And, unless you’re an experienced Bay Street tra…
Did you know you must be in the right mental state for a court to convict you of a crime in Canada?If you’re a frequent reader of our blog, you’ll know that the answer is “yes,” as …
There is no legal difference between DUI and DWI in Canada — neither term exists in Canadian law. Both are American abbreviations, and Canada does not use either one to lay a charge…
Facing criminal charges in Canada often means dealing with outcomes that can significantly affect your freedom, your record, and your future. Two of the most common outcomes are pro…
While a criminal conviction in a Canadian court appears to mark the end of legal maneuvering, all defendants have the right to seek higher court review of the lower court’s decision…
IntroIn Canada, while you won’t hear the U.S. “Miranda Rights” during an arrest, similar protections exist under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. These rights help prot…
The legal link between alcohol and impaired driving is obvious. If you take your car for a drive after drinking a half dozen beers and a couple of Jägermeister shots, you are undoub…
INTROWhen you’re detained or arrested, the loss of freedom can feel overwhelming. In Canada, police actions are bound by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which offers s…
According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre’s (CAFC) latest report, Canadians were bilked out of $379 million in 2021, a record high in annual reported losses and a 130% increase ov…
Sad to say, but statistics suggest that roughly one-fourth of Canadian violent crime victims in a given year are victimized by someone in their own home. A 2021 Statistics Canada re…
