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Accused of Sexual Assault: What Should I Do?
Facing charges for sexual assault is a frightening prospect. It’s a sensitive topic matter that can have an immediate, and […]
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Domestic violence and assault share many similarities in injuries and actions. Ontario courts, however, do not treat them the same […]
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In the spring of 2019, Ontario’s legal budget was slashed by 30%. The loss of $133 million in funding was […]
Read More...Is Domestic Violence Assault?
The injuries and conduct in domestic violence span a range of offences similar to assaults. Although domestic violence is not […]
Read More...Should I Take a Plea Deal for an Impaired Driving Offence?
A plea deal can be tempting for an impaired driving offence. DUI charges are embarrassing, scary, and most people want […]
Read More...False Guilty Pleas in Canada
Innocent people do accept false guilty pleas. Approximately 90% of all criminal cases in Canada are resolved prior to going […]
Read More...Am I Going to Jail: Charged With a Criminal Offence
Facing criminal charges is a trying time for anyone. There is a lot of pressure and a lot to consider, […]
Read More...Rules of Police Entrapment | Supreme Court Rulings
In all but the most clear-cut scenarios, the line that crosses over into police entrapment can be difficult to prove. […]
Read More...Can I Change Defence Lawyers During A Criminal Case?
If you have lost trust in your lawyer, you do have the right to change counsel. Losing trust in your […]
Read More...Restorative Justice Lab to Put the Spotlight on Reforms
With sights trained on transforming the justice system in Canada, Dalhousie University has officially launched the Restorative Research, Innovation & […]
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