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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The spread of the novel coronavirus has seemingly affected every aspect of our lives. But one sector, in particular, faces new hurdles: employment law. The pandemic poses unique challenges for the Canadian labour force. In this blog, we will detail…
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…
