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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”

WINNIPEG, Canada – Brodsky Amy & Gould, one of the leading Winnipeg criminal law firms, is announcing that its team is growing. They have recently added three new members: One associate lawyer and two articling students.  Erika Brenner, who is joining the firm as an associate lawyer, has a B.A. and J.D (Juris Doctor). AsContinue reading “Winnipeg Criminal Law Firm Announces New Associate & Articling Students”

You see the telltale lights flashing in your rearview mirror, so you pull over just to have the officer take away your licence. Being able to drive yourself back and forth to work is important, so you need to know just how long your licence will be suspended for. Unfortunately, the answer may not beContinue reading “If The Officer Takes Away My Driver’s License, How Long Is It Suspended For? “

Are you facing driving under the influence (DUI) charges but aren’t sure what it means if it says that you were “in actual physical control of the vehicle”? The good news is that this charge is not entirely difficult to understand. You should learn exactly what it means so that you can begin to workContinue reading “What Does “In Actual Physical Control Of The Vehicle” Mean? “

When you are facing charges with the Canadian court system, it helps to make sure that you have a thorough understanding of what you are being accused of. Criminal negligence is a relatively common offence, but few people know exactly what it means. You should know not only what type of crimes constitute this chargeContinue reading “Criminal Negligence Charges”

In courtrooms, evidence is presented to strengthen or disprove claims made by opposing parties during cases. If you’re a regular consumer of courtroom dramas or John Grisham books, you might have come across the legal terminology of “real” and “demonstrative” evidence. These types of evidence are integral in establishing facts during trials but can onlyContinue reading “Real & Demonstrative Evidence “