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Did you know that a verdict isn’t always final? There are ways for the defendant or the prosecutor to have their case heard again once the judge has made a ruling. Most citizens know what a trial is, especially if they’ve attended one during jury duty. But not many know what an appellate court isContinue reading “What Is The Difference Between Trial Courts & Appellate?”

In every country, laws surrounding violent crimes differ, but most places make the distinction between violent and non-violent crimes. Examples of non-violent crimes include property damage, speeding tickets, and prostitution. A violent crime entails harm or the threat of harm to another person. According to Canada’s criminal code, acts that constitute violent crimes are asContinue reading “What Are Considered Violent Crimes In Canada?”

If you have been accused of a crime, one of your rights is to know the charges and evidence gathered against you. This is known as disclosure – it is the Crown’s duty to share relevant case information with the accused. For you and your criminal lawyer to make a proper defence, you must receiveContinue reading “What Is “Disclosure” In Criminal Matters”

If you are charged with a criminal offence, you may be wondering what kind of trial you can have and what pleas you can make. Staying informed will help to protect your rights. Once charges have been issued, you will have several important decisions to make that will affect the outcome of your case. ToContinue reading “Election & Plea”

If the police have a reasonable cause to believe that you have committed a crime, they can have a warrant signed by a judge that will call for your arrest. But what is an arrest warrant, and what should you do if you receive one? This article will outline the steps that you should takeContinue reading “What Is An Arrest Warrant?”

Have you been designated as an executor and are wondering how to handle the estate of your loved one? Or perhaps you are preparing your assets for your eventual passing, and want to learn about the costs that are associated with it. If so, you may want to know more about the process of filingContinue reading “Probate Fees & Probate Forms In Manitoba”

If you have been accused of theft or robbery, you may be wondering what your options are. The difference between a charge of theft and robbery is that in the latter case, a weapon was used. Even if the Crown has significant evidence against you, a defence lawyer can help; they can provide potential argumentsContinue reading “How Lawyers Can Help You When You’re Charged With Theft Or Robbery”

The legal implications of these new measures are broad. Some are critical of this act because it is not exactly clear about which weapons will be restricted, and which will not be. It states that the bore (the inside of the gun barrel) diameter must be less than 20 millimetres; otherwise, the weapon is prohibited.Continue reading “What Does The 2020 Firearms Ban Mean For Firearm Owners?”

No one wants a criminal record – it impacts many facets of life, from finding a new home to seeking employment. A harassment charge means that there is a possibility of a criminal record or jail time. But being charged does not necessarily mean that you will be convicted; there are other ways to resolveContinue reading “What Happens If You Are Charged With Harassment?”

COVID-19 has put a halt to the criminal justice system as courtrooms have been ordered to close during the pandemic. These restrictions have caused many criminal cases to be suspended. Especially in small courtrooms, it’s difficult to adhere to social distancing measures. Frustration grows among those kept waiting as an ever-mounting backlog of new casesContinue reading “What Happens If Your Criminal Case Is Suspended Because Of A Pandemic?”