Articles About Weapons & Firearms Offences
What Are the Firearm Charges and Penalties in Canada?
It is illegal to possess a firearm in Canada unless authorised to do so by a valid firearms licence. Canada’s…
Assault With a Weapon: Definition, Charges, Penalties, & Possible Defences
Learn how assault with a weapon is defined under Canadian law, what objects can qualify as weapons, and the charges,…
What You Need To Know About Gun Control Laws In Canada
In Canada, federal laws regulate gun control. Gun control laws are governed by the Firearms Act, the Criminal Code, and…
Understanding Bear Spray Laws in Canada
Bear spray is legal in Canada for wildlife use only and using it on humans is a Criminal Code offence.…
Is Pepper Spray Legal in Canada?
Pepper spray (mace) is illegal in Canada and a prohibited weapon under the Criminal Code. Facing charges? Learn penalties &…
Firearms Offences Criminal Code
As major Canadian cities face a spike in gun violence, Toronto has seen 10 people shot in just the last…
Firearm Offences in Canada
Part III of the Criminal Code of Canada sets out firearm offences. These offences are further split into categories including…
Possession of Prohibited Weapons- Pepper Spray/Nunchucks/ Switchblades
Criminal defence lawyers often encounter questions about the legality of weapons other than firearms, such as pepper spray, nunchuks, and…
Is it Illegal to Possess a Firearm in Canada?
For Non-Residents Aged 18 and Older: • It is possible for non-residents to have authorized possession of a firearms under…
