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Understanding the Role and Function of Juries in Canada’s Criminal Justice System
The jury system is one of the most fundamental institutions in Canada’s criminal justice system. Under the Canadian Charter of…
The Rape Shield Legislation (s. 276 of the Criminal Code)
Before 1982, it was permissible for criminal defence lawyers to attack the credibility of complainants in sexual assault cases by…
Lawyer vs. Paralegal
A paralegal is a individual who is not a lawyer, but who is licensed to undertake specific forms of legal…
Understanding Character Evidence in Criminal Trials
During the course of a criminal trial the prosecution may try to lead character evidence about the accused individual. For…
Impaired by Drugs
Under Canadian law it is illegal to drive when impaired. Usually when we hear about impaired driving in the media,…
Peace Bonds: Understanding Section 810 of the Criminal Code
A peace bond is a court order requiring a specific individual to “keep the peace and be of good behaviour”.…
Sexual Assault – Consent (alcohol, fraud)
Sexual assault is a criminal offence under s. 271 of the Criminal Code. Sexual assault is defined as any form…
Is Marijuana Illegal?
There is confusion amongst members of the public as to whether or not simple possession of marijuana is illegal. This…
Emigration (US) Repercussions of a Criminal Conviction
Our clients are often concerned about the effect a criminal conviction could have on their ability to travel to the…
