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Insanity Defence in Canada: NCRMD and Criminal Responsibility Explained Alt: Man in an orange prison uniform behind bars, illustrating how NCRMD (Not Criminally Responsible on Account of Mental Disorder) is a legal finding that can still result in detenti

What to Know About the Insanity Defence in Canadian Criminal Law

This article explains how the insanity defence works, how it differs from unfitness to stand trial, what happens after an NCRMD finding, and why invoking the defence can carry conse…

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Is Cyberstalking Recognized as a Crime in Canada?

If you were to respond to the above headline, you would likely say something along the lines of, “Yes, of course, cyberstalking is against the law in Canada.” However, you might be …

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What is Ontario’s “Back on Track” Program for Those Convicted of DUI?

Getting “back on track” is generally a good thing. In many cases, it is necessary to get back on track after a career setback, academic difficulties, financial instability, relation…

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Worst 4 Mistakes Drivers Make When Charged with DUI in Ontario

“To err is human; to forgive, divine,” but if you make errors of judgment when police arrest you for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs, you’ll likely not receive…

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Sexual Assault Prevention Strategies in Canada

Between 2002 and 2016, Canadian police investigated an average of 22,000 reported sexual assaults per year, according to incident-based crime statistics compiled by Statistics Canad…

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Understanding the Trauma Endured by Sexual Assault Victims

Sexual assault is the least reported violent criminal act reported to Canadian police by victims. According to the latest Statistics Canada criminal victimization report, numerous s…

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The True Costs of Impaired Driving in Canada

How does one calculate the true costs of impaired driving in Canada? If you Google “What are the true costs of impaired driving in Canada?” you’ll be hard-pressed to find a definiti…

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What is the Invitation to Sexual Touching Offence Under Canadian Law?

While the criminal invitation to sexual touching charge can be based on mere words, the Greater Toronto Area sexual assault defence lawyers of Mass Tsang warn clients that the offen…

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How to Find the Best Criminal Defence Lawyer in Brampton, Ontario

If you’re facing criminal charges in Brampton, Ontario, seeking a highly competent criminal defence lawyer should be your number one priority. Whether you’re entirely innocent of th…

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What’s the Difference Between Indictable, Summary Conviction, and Hybrid Offences in Canada?

As a regular reader of our blog, you’ve undoubtedly noticed that we usually reference crimes categorized “indictable” or “summary conviction” offences, sometimes both. If you’re a c…

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Charged with Credit Card Fraud in Canada? — Here’s What You Should Know

If you rack up excessive credit card charges and quit remitting payments to the card issuing company, can Ontario police charge you with fraud?

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What is Considered an Unlawful Arrest in Canada?

With extensive criminal defence experience in the Greater Toronto Area, the Mass Tsang legal team will tell you that the police can make mistakes and sometimes prove negligent in en…

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How Does a Sexual Assault Lawyer Explain the Difference Between Assault and Harassment in Canada?

According to the latest data from Statistics Canada, Ontario police investigated more than 12,000 reports of sexual assault in 2022. These investigations led police to arrest almost…

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