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Constitutional Limitations on Charter Rights at Canadian Airports
There is no place on Canadian soil where individuals have less constitutional protection than at an international airport. The government…
Navigating Diversion Programs in Criminal Cases
A criminal record can have a serious impact on your future. The effects of a criminal record can include restrictions…
Police Powers and Investigative Detention
The police may approach you for questioning in a variety of situations. You may be walking down the street, hanging…
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms – Section 1
There are two essential stages to any challenge under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. In the first stage,…
Section 1 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom
There are two essential stages to any challenge under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. In the first stage,…
Section 11 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Section 11 of the Charter guarantees every individual certain rights when they are charged with a criminal offence. Section 11…
Long Term Offender Designation
Bill C-55, which came into force on August 1st, 1997, made significant changes to Canada’s Dangerous Offender legislation. This legislation…
Prostitution Laws – Toronto, Ontario and Canada
There is no explicit prohibition against “prostitution” in the Criminal Code of Canada. In other words, the specific act of…
How to Choose a Criminal Lawyer in Toronto
None of us want to be in such a situation, but if you are accused of a crime for any…
