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Few of us are perfect drivers; we’re only humans, and humans make mistakes. Should a momentary lapse in judgement lead to a prison sentence? Or should drivers who make mistakes be given the benefit of the doubt? Some would argue that all drivers have the responsibility to be mindful of other vehicles on the road.Continue reading “Overview Of A Case: R. v. Chung”

What happens to those who are convicted of murder, terrorism, or other serious crimes? In Canada, these are known as indictable offences; they have the most serious punishments of all criminal activities. In the United States, these offences are referred to as felonies. Unlike a summary offence, there is no limitation period for an indictableContinue reading “What Is An Indictable Offence In Canada?”

Most of us are familiar with the basic procedure for a criminal trial: charges are brought forth, a court hearing takes place, and the judge eventually decides on a verdict. But how do things change when one individual is charged with multiple criminal offences?  It often comes down to whether a charge is seen asContinue reading “Do Separate Criminal Offences Have Separate Trials?”

Our lives are governed by our rights and freedoms; without them, we would live in a lawless society. Every citizen has a responsibility to respect the rights of others—and that includes police officers. What happens when an officer conducts an unjustified search of another person? Section 8 of The Canadian Charter of Rights and FreedomsContinue reading “Unreasonable Search & Seizure”

Over the past year, it hasn’t been easy to cross the border from the United States to Canada. Travel has been restricted for nonessential reasons since the outbreak of COVID-19.  But if you have been convicted of a DUI, you might have difficulty crossing the border for another reason. Canada takes a harsh stance onContinue reading “Entering Canada With A DUI”

Everyone makes mistakes, but when you’re driving a vehicle, even a brief lapse of judgement or attention can have deadly consequences. Driving offences in Canada carry particularly severe penalties. But the punishments depend on what you’re charged with—careless, or dangerous driving. In Canada, there are approximately 160,000 car accidents each year. The penalties for thatContinue reading “Dangerous Driving VS Careless Driving”

If you are arrested, you may have dozens of thoughts racing through your head, like: are you obligated to answer questions? Is there someone you can talk to for advice? What are your options? Upon being detained, your rights may not be clear to you immediately. But rest assured, there are protections in place forContinue reading “Your Right To Speak With A Lawyer”

Should children be held liable for their actions? At what age is it acceptable to charge children—how young is too young? This issue is often debated in law jurisdictions around the world.  The Youth Criminal Justice Act is an important part of the Criminal Code in Canada. The age of criminal responsibility in Canada isContinue reading “How Young Is Too Young To Be Held Liable?”

Many Canadians are unsure of what they can do in terms of self-defence, and what goes against the law. If you retaliate against an attacker, will you be charged with assault, or does it fall within your rights to defend yourself? In 2012, Canada introduced new legislation called the Citizen’s Arrest and Self-Defence Act. RegardingContinue reading “Self-Defence: What’s Acceptable Under Canadian Law?”

Gun ownership in Canada is unique. It’s more heavily regulated than most countries, which may be a concern to those who own firearms here. For clarity’s sake, let’s start by defining a few terms. In Canada, a firearm is a barreled weapon that fires projectiles and can harm others. That includes guns, handguns, shotguns, andContinue reading “When Can The Police Seize My Firearm?”