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If you’re planning a trip to cross the border into Canada, you might be surprised to learn that it’s not as easy as just flashing your passport. Those with a DUI to their name can be refused entry into the country at the outset, even if they have yet to be convicted. Unlike in theContinue reading “Visiting Canada After A DUI Arrest”

The government is constantly shape-shifting to keep up with the times, which means that new laws are put in place each year to protect Canadian citizens. It can be challenging to keep up with all the changes that occur daily or weekly. Instead, it makes sense to look at the year as a whole andContinue reading “New Laws In Canada 2022”

If you’re ever held up by the police, you have the right to know how to handle the situation and how to secure the best outcome. There are certain inalienable rights that are granted to you, no matter what the situation may be. From the famous right to remain silent to the right to hireContinue reading “Rights During Arrest & Questioning”

Have you committed a crime and found yourself on probation? While this may seem like a great way to avoid a more severe punishment like jail time, probation violations are common and can result in more serious consequences. Fortunately, many of the most common violations are easy to prevent with a little planning and aContinue reading “Probation Violations”

Having a warrant out for your arrest can be a scary prospect, especially if you’re hoping to avoid going to jail. Warrants are issued when charges are set against you, but the law is unable to find you. You might have failed to appear in court or violated the terms of your probation. No matterContinue reading “What To Do When There’s A Warrant For Your Arrest”

False accusations are a serious offence that can yield some serious consequences, and they result in wasted time for police officers and other emergency responders. In turn, this creates a waste of public resources, can obstruct justice, and otherwise lead to mayhem in the lives of innocent parties. If you think that false accusations mightContinue reading “False Accusations”

If you happen to be facing jail time, you might wonder how long you will actually have to serve before you’re released back into society. Jail time depends on the type of crime you’re accused of, and the timeframe during which you must serve it can differ. What do you need to know about howContinue reading “How Is Jail Time Calculated?”

If you find yourself facing charges, you might wonder what they mean and how serious they really are. Misdemeanors and felonies are two common charges that you could be facing, and it’s critical to know the distinctions between the two of them. What are the differences in outcomes if you’re charged with a misdemeanor versusContinue reading “Misdemeanor VS. Felony: Which Is Worse? “

Facing criminal charges can be stressful, but being prepared for what lies ahead of you can certainly help. Unfortunately, many people don’t know what they can expect from their trial and what their experience in the courtroom will be like. Going in blind can be terrifying, so this guide will help you determine what youContinue reading “What To Expect In Criminal Court”

Understanding the finer points of the law is crucial if you want to anticipate what will happen next in your court case. However, many people are confused by the basic terminology that refers to their case. What can you expect from a criminal offence versus a civil offence?  You need to know the difference ifContinue reading “Civil VS. Criminal Offences”