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Understanding the Legal Boundaries of Self-Defence The legal boundaries of self-defence are described in Section 34 of the Criminal Code: (1) A person is not guilty of an offence if (a) they believe on reasonable grounds that force is being used against them or another person or that a threat of force is being madeContinue reading “The Legalities Of Self-Defence: When Is It Justified?”

Preserving evidence is essential to ensuring that a trial proceeds fairly and accurately. Defence attorneys play an important role in preserving evidence; here’s what you need to know:  The Critical Role of Evidence in Criminal Cases Evidence is fundamental to a criminal proceeding; it can be used in plea deals, in court, and in appealContinue reading “The Importance Of Preserving Evidence”

Family violence or intimate partner violence should always be taken seriously. Victims of any type of domestic violence have options to protect themselves from their abuser and take steps to prevent criminal harassment from continuing. What kind of protections does the criminal justice system allow when it comes to this criminal offence? Here is whatContinue reading “Legal Options For Victims Of Domestic Violence”

Our modern legal system has been significantly influenced by historical facts and the perspectives that people have had throughout time. Even before we faced the modern challenges of criminal law, every civilization to this point had systems for criminal justice and legal systems that they expected citizens to adhere to.  What has been the evolutionContinue reading “The Evolution Of Criminal Law: Historical Perspectives & Modern Challenges”

Do you know how to spot the warning signs that someone might be committing fraud? Identifying fraud and preventing those activities in the first place is extremely difficult. Having your finger on the pulse of your financial statements is key to combatting these scenarios whenever possible. Financial institutions will only do so much when itContinue reading “Spotting The Red Flags: How To Identify & Prevent Fraudulent Activities”

When it comes to the criminal justice system, there are some inalienable rights, especially for those who are victims of the alleged crime committed. The Canadian Victims Bill of Rights outlines exactly what a victim should know about the proceedings relating to the crime and how they can access resources.  It boils down to fourContinue reading “Victims’ Rights In Criminal Proceedings”

Driving impaired under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs is a serious criminal offence in Canada, and Manitoba’s impaired driving laws are among the toughest in the country. If you have been charged with impaired driving, the most pressing question on your mind is likely whether you should plead guilty or not guilty. Every situationContinue reading “What Happens If I Plead Not Guilty To A DUI?”

mental-health-and-the-criminal-justice-system-advocating-for-fair-treatment A study from the Mental Health Commission of Canada, released in 2020, paints a stark picture of the intersection between mental health conditions and the criminal justice system. 40% of people living with mental health problems are arrested at least once in their lifetimes. 73% of incarcerated men and 79% of incarcerated women meetContinue reading “Mental Health & The Criminal Justice System: Advocating For Fair Treatment”

As the world transitions more and more to a digital landscape, cybercrime incidents have been steadily on the rise. Law enforcement agencies fight to retain control over the powerful internet, combatting online fraud, identity theft, and even online sexual exploitation. The question is: What can we do to combat cybercrime via law enforcement efforts? ForContinue reading “The Evolution Of Cybercrime & Legal Responses”

Impaired driving should be taken extremely seriously as it can cause bodily harm or death to those around you. When your blood alcohol concentration is too high to get behind the wheel of the car, you need to find an alternative solution to navigate getting home. Manitoba is now strengthening its impaired driving laws toContinue reading “Manitoba Strengthens Impaired Driving Laws”