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Record Suspensions in Canada: How to Clear Your Criminal Record — Eligibility, Process & Timeline

If you’ve ever wondered how to get a pardon in Canada, you might be asking the wrong question. Canada no longer grants pardons for those convicted of criminal offences. Instead, tho…

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The Difference Between Assault and Aggravated Assault in Canada

Under Canadian criminal law, assault does not require physical injury, and aggravated assault does not require a weapon. The charge tier you face determines your bail conditions, yo…

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5 Defence Strategies for Simple Assault in Canada

People tend to associate the word “assault” with violence and causing physical harm. However, under Canadian law, assault includes the intentional application of force against anoth…

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Falsely Accused of Sexual Assault in Canada

False Sexual Assault Allegations in Canada

While “Believe all women” became a catchphrase of the MeToo Movement, some alleged victims make false sexual assault allegations to police, whether due to false memories or maliciou…

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What Is the Least Sentence for Sexual Assault in Canada?

The Canada Criminal Code tells us that sexual assault is “any unwanted sexual act done by one person to another or any sexual activity done without a person’s consent or without the…

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How to Plead “Not Guilty” to Criminal Charges in Canada

If you’re bound and determined to prove your innocence in criminal court by taking on the role of a DIY lawyer, you should know how to plead “not guilty,” one of the first steps you…

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What is Sexual Interference Under Canadian Law?

Sexual interference and sexual assault are distinct but equally serious offences under Canadian law. While both involve sexual conduct, sexual interference specifically targets any …

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What is Conditional and Absolute Discharge in Canada?

If you’re facing criminal charges in Canada, a discharge may offer a second chance without a conviction. Whether absolute or conditional, discharges allow eligible individuals to av…

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Sexual Assault and Rape — What’s the Difference in Canada?

You might be surprised to learn that “rape” is not listed as a criminal offence in Canada’s Criminal Code. In fact, you won’t find the word anywhere in the Code, and police agencies…

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Submitting an Affidavit to Drop Criminal Charges in Ontario?

In this guide, we explain how affidavits work, who can submit them, and why working with an experienced legal team like Mass Tsang LLP is critical to getting the best possible outco…

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What is Aggravated Assault?

In this article, we break down the key differences between simple assault, assault with a weapon, and aggravated assault, explain the penalties, and outline possible defences if you…

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Underage DUI Charges in Ontario Explained

Learn how Ontario’s zero-tolerance DUI laws affect drivers under 22. Discover penalties, legal distinctions, and expert insights from Mass Tsang lawyers on defending underage DUI ch…

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How to Fight an Impaired Driving Charge in Canada

Learn how to fight impaired driving charges in Canada. Explore conviction stats, defence strategies, and expert legal insights from Mass Tsang LLP to improve your chances of avoidin…

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