Toronto Courts Grapple with Disclosure Delays: Justice System Under Scrutiny
In a recent article titled The work does not stop once the handcuffs are applied’: Judge tosses sex assault case, slams ‘terminal’ Toronto police delays ...
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R. v. Hodgson, 2024 SCC 25
R. v. Hodgson, 2024 SCC 25 Canadian law is made up of two main primary sources: legislation and case law. Legislation consists of statutes, which ...
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How much does a DUI lawyer cost in Toronto?
Like the cost of hiring a lawyer in any other criminal case, the cost of defending a DUI case depends on many factors. You can ...
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Umar Zameer Verdict: Not a technicality but the hallmark of a properly functioning jury system
In July 2021, Detective Constable Jeffrey Northrip died after being struck by Umar Zameer’s vehicle in a public parking lot. Northrup and his partner, both ...
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Other Key Cases and Takeaways
Check out the key takeaways from other important cases in December 2023 and January 2024… (1) R. V. JOHNSTON, 2023 ONCA 808 A conditional sentence ...
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R. v. Williams, 2024 ONCA 69
In July 2020, Mr. Williams was arrested for an alleged domestic assault against his domestic partner. He was released on an Undertaking which included a ...
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R. v. Singh, 2024 ONCA 66
After consuming alcohol, the Appellant was involved in a motor vehicle accident that resulted in the death of the driver and their young child… WHAT ...
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R. v. Rudder, 2023 ONCA 864
Korey Rudder was convicted of five firearm and nine breach offences after a loaded handgun and ammunition were… WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW – There ...
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What Is Defined As Child Pornography
The definition of child pornography in Canada is comprehensive and encompasses a wide range of materials and scenarios. It’s essential to understand the breadth of ...
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Criminal Code Offences
The Criminal Code is a comprehensive legal document that outlines an array of charges that an individual may face. It also integrates various other statutes, ...
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What Does it Mean to be a “Party to an Offence”?
Introduction Under Canadian criminal law, individuals who facilitate or assist in the execution of a crime are treated as culpable as the person who physically ...
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Peace Bonds in Ontario– What You Should Know?
What is a “peace bond”? A peace bond is a court order that mandates an individual to maintain peace and exhibit good behaviour for a ...
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Impaired Driving Penalties And Costs In 2023: What You Need To Know (UPDATED)
Impaired driving continues to be a critical issue in Canadian political and legal discourse. As of 2023, Canada’s road network spans almost 900,000 km, longer ...
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Brampton judge tosses organized crime-linked gambling case over ‘egregious’ 12-day wait for bail hearing
https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/brampton-judge-tosses-organized-crime-linked-gambling-case-over-egregious-12-day-wait-for-bail/article_6f015e18-4b5c-5d4b-a5fe-c396e45d2f64.html
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Understanding Your Rights: A Guide for Criminal Defendants in Toronto
The Canadian justice system affords criminal defendants with several rights. If you have been charged with a criminal offence, you should be aware of these ...
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The Top 5 Things to Know About Bail Hearings in Toronto
1. Pursuant to s. 515 of the Criminal Code, in most cases, you are presumed to be releasable unless the Crown can convince the Court ...
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