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…
This article explains how criminal records actually work in Canada today, what their real-life impact looks like, how they can be limited or removed, and why related issues — such a…
Video recording has become a regular part of modern life. Phones, doorbell cameras, smart home devices, and workplace surveillance capture millions of moments every day. Most Canadi…
Unlike many other criminal offences, age-of-consent charges do not focus on whether the complainant agreed. In many cases, consent is legally irrelevant, and even an honest misunder…
Ontario imposes strict rules to protect public safety, and one of the most essential concepts for drivers to understand is the “Over 80” rule. This threshold — 80 milligrams of alco…
Experienced criminal lawyers are highly adept at effectively strategizing defences designed to secure dropped charges, diversion, reduced charges, acquittals, or other favourable ou…
Now might be a good time to explain what differentiates a felony from a misdemeanour. While we trust that our readers will not run afoul of the law here or in the U.S., the more one…
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…
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…
Securing relevant evidence in any criminal case takes time, but securing decades-old evidence makes it more challenging. Of course, the timing of a sexual assault investigation by C…
The Dark Web isn’t illegal to use, but its criminal associations demand caution. Missteps can lead to investigations, making it crucial to understand legal boundaries and potential …
Ignition interlock devices reduce impaired driving by preventing repeat offences. Increasing public awareness about these programs can enhance their deterrent effect, making roads s…
Section 10(b) of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms gives everyone arrested or detained by police the right to “retain and instruct counsel without delay and to be informed…
