When a Canadian offender faces the likelihood of conviction in a criminal case, their defence lawyer’s efforts typically tend to focus on mitigating the harshness of the penalties t…
You wouldn’t know it by the news headlines, but Toronto has experienced fewer shootings in 2023 so far compared to the number of shootings in 2022. According to the Toronto Police S…
Intro:Plea bargains can be a valuable tool for resolving criminal charges without going to trial. Understanding how they work and when they’re beneficial is essential for anyone fac…
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…
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 …
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…
You’re probably familiar with “revenge porn,” in which a jilted or otherwise unhappy lover posts intimate photos or videos of their partner online to embarrass or punish them. And y…
You might find this hard to believe, but sleep has been successfully used as a criminal defence in Canadian courts. How, exactly, does that work, you ask?—“Your honour, I cannot …
Greater Toronto Area residents can now receive home delivery of recreational marijuana from Uber Eats. The food delivery platform began offering cannabis delivery in the region last…
