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Over the last 10 years, blood pattern analysis (BPA)’s foundation in physics and other fields of science has been called into question [1]. Current BPA reconstruction methods utilize straight trajectories in crime scene reconstruction, neglecting to account for the...
When you think of kinds of evidence, you may imagine DNA samples, fingerprints, and recorded phone messages. Many people assume witness testimony can’t make a case, but in fact, eyewitness statements are actually the most common forms of trial evidence. In this...
Evidence is used in a trial to establish and prove or disprove specific facts about the case. They help prove if something is true or false by the information they provide. The accused’s fingerprint at the crime scene is a type of evidence that demonstrates that they...
Hearsay is a term that refers to statements heard outside of the court that cannot be admitted into evidence because they cannot be proven. There are, however, exceptions to this where the court will consider hearsay as evidence during a trial. This post will delve...
No competent prosecutor will take a case to trial without some form of evidence. In the absence of evidence, a person cannot be convicted. This is because of the presumption of innocence that the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms provides. The presumption of...
Circumstantial evidence is sometimes misunderstood as being less valid than direct. However, some of the most compelling types of forensic evidence, such as fingerprints, DNA, and blood analysis, are circumstantial. Circumstantial VS Direct Evidence Direct Direct...
Smart Doorbell Cameras as Surveillance The “smart home” is a growing trend, using connected devices in the home to increase convenience and home monitoring. They can serve to control everything from lights and thermostats to security, at home, or remotely using...
We have developed a special relationship with our phones. While they are indispensable tools in our hands, they carry sensitive and personal information that is potentially dangerous in the hands of others. Due to the personal nature of our phones, police are...
Young offenders have their own special rights and privileges, but are they subject to DNA Order? Do they have to provide DNA samples and are they indexed in the DNA Data Bank? The DNA Identification Act allows courts to order DNA analysis and store the DNA profile in...
Everyone has the right to be secure against unreasonable search or seizure. - Section 8 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms This is a fundamental right enshrined in the Canadian Charter of Rights & Freedoms which protects us all against the government...
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Ontario courts take the crime of assault very seriously, but many people misunderstand the term. Often, the word assault is taken to mean that one person did something to hurt another person, but this isn’t exactly the case. In this post we’ll define the term assault according to the Criminal Code...
Many individuals facing criminal charges have questions about alternate methods of making up for the harm caused by their alleged crime instead of a prison sentence. In this post, we’ll examine what is meant by diversion, go through the diversion procedures and discuss who is eligible and what is...
If you are visiting Canada from another country, chances are you are hoping to see some natural beauty and visit some friendly cities. But what happens when your travel plans turn out unexpectedly and you find yourself arrested while travelling? In this post, we’ll look at what to do if you are...