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In Toronto, bail is only granted in exceptional circumstances for those who have outstanding murder charges. In order to be considered for bail, you and your proposed sureties must meet certain conditions set out by the court. If you are unable to meet these...
When a human being is killed, it is always a serious criminal offence. In Canada, the charges generally fall under three main categories: murder, manslaughter, and criminal negligence causing death. In this post, we’ll discuss these categories and examine some of the...
If you have been charged with attempt murder in Canada, it is important to seek legal advice from a criminal defence lawyer as soon as possible. The consequences of a conviction can be severe, and you need an experienced criminal lawyer who can help you navigate the...
Recently, there have been several high-profile cases where murder cases, either first degree or second degree murder, have initially been charged as manslaughter or vice versa. While the definition of murder may seem straightforward, legally, specific circumstances...
There is often confusion about what distinguishes first degree murder from other types of murder charges, such as second degree and manslaughter. The difference often comes down to intent and planning. This article will explain what is 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree...
How Long is a Life Sentence in Canada? 25 years in jail followed by parole for life. What is a Life Sentence in Canada? What is a life sentence in Canada? A life sentence in Canada is 25 years in jail, to be served in a federal institution, and the remainder of the...
Don't be like Jon Snow, if you are faced with a murder charge, it is important to remember that remaining silent is your best option. Confessing to the murder will not help your case, and in fact may make it worse. You need an experienced criminal lawyer who can...
Drug dealers are increasingly being arrested and charged with manslaughter after selling drugs that leads to overdose deaths. I suspect that there will be many more cases where dealers will be held responsible for selling the drugs that causes the deaths of their...
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When you're facing criminal charges, it's important to understand how the courts and prosecutors classify criminal offences. This article will help you understand the severity of criminal offenses and what potential penalties you may face. In Canada, crimes are classified into three categories:...
The conduct, behaviour and injuries associated with domestic violence can span a range of offences similar to ordinary assaults. Although domestic violence or domestic assault are not officially terms that are defined or mentioned in the Canadian Criminal Code, but intimate partner violence is and...
What is an absolute discharge? Absolute discharges are a finding of guilt by a Judge, but no subsequent criminal conviction or criminal record. There is no punishment imposed by the court for absolute discharges. When a judge grants an absolute discharge the accused has no more obligations to the...