During the December holidays, you see houses decorated with strings of flashing lights—but if you’re caught driving under the influence, then flashing lights will be in your rear-view mirror. To stop impaired driving, police set up roadblocks on streets. Those…
Did you know that a verdict isn’t always final? There are ways for the defendant or the prosecutor to have their case heard again once the judge has made a ruling. Most citizens know what a trial is, especially if…
In every country, laws surrounding violent crimes differ, but most places make the distinction between violent and non-violent crimes. Examples of non-violent crimes include property damage, speeding tickets, and prostitution. A violent crime entails harm or the threat of harm…
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…
Have you been designated as an executor and are wondering how to handle the estate of your loved one? Or perhaps you are preparing your assets for your eventual passing, and want to learn about the costs that are associated…
If you have been accused of theft or robbery, you may be wondering what your options are. The difference between a charge of theft and robbery is that in the latter case, a weapon was used. Even if the Crown…
The legal implications of these new measures are broad. Some are critical of this act because it is not exactly clear about which weapons will be restricted, and which will not be. It states that the bore (the inside of…
No one wants a criminal record – it impacts many facets of life, from finding a new home to seeking employment. A harassment charge means that there is a possibility of a criminal record or jail time. But being charged…
