Articles About Assault & Violent Crime

Domestic Violence vs Assault: What is the Difference Between Them?
Understand the key legal differences between domestic violence and assault in Canada, including how relationships affect charges, penalties, and court…

What Is Aggravated Assault?
Aggravated assault occurs when an individual applies force, directly or indirectly, to a person without consent and the force wounds,…

How to Beat an Assault Charge in Canada
Assault charges in Canada can be challenging to understand, especially if you have been charged with one and are navigating…

Assault vs Battery: What is the Difference Between Them
Learn the key differences between assault and battery in Canada, including legal definitions, penalties, and defence strategies under the Criminal…

Robbery Criminal Code – Understanding Robbery Charges
What You Need to Know About Robbery In Canada Robbery is a serious criminal offence in Canada and occurs when…

Assault in Canada – What Is Assault (Offence)?
Assault in Canada means intentionally applying force to someone without consent under Section 265. Toronto lawyers explain your charges and…

Can A Domestic Assault Charge Be Dropped?
Learn whether a domestic assault charge can be dropped in Canada, who has the authority to withdraw charges, and how…

What is the Sentencing Time For Assault?
Most assault charges in Canada have no minimum sentence – judges have discretion, with maximums from 5 to 14 years.…

What are the Potential Sentences for a Domestic Assault Charge?
As experienced domestic assault lawyers, we see that domestic assault and sexual assault charges are very common in our practice.…




