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…
In Canada, criminal offences are divided into two main categories: summary conviction offences and indictable offences. Every crime in Canada falls under one of these classifications. Even though these terms are part of the Criminal Code, not all Canadians are…
Being arrested can cause a great deal of stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. You wonder how long you’ll be kept and what charges might await you. But what if the police arrest you without a warrant? If the police don’t immediately…
If you are involved in an accident, you might wonder what the first thing to do is. Should you pull over or call 911? Here’s one thing you should never do: drive away. Not only does it abandon those who…
WINNIPEG, Canada – Brodsky Amy & Gould, a criminal defence law firm based in Winnipeg, Canada, urges anyone arrested to consult with a lawyer before engaging with the police. There is an essential difference between being initially arrested for an…
You’re given two choices when you’re charged with a crime: The first is to plead guilty and accept the charges brought against you. When you plead guilty, you confirm that you committed a crime with intent. Or, you can plead…
Is it fair to sentence a child to a life in jail for a crime they committed during their youth? Around the world, criminal justice systems have grappled with this question and the answer still remains unclear. Should children who…
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…
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…
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…
