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 expect to pay at least $8,900, with the average cost of a first-time DUI conviction reaching up to $21,500. These expenses include a $1,000 fine and $2,000 in fees for […]
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, such as the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, which further establishes criminal liability. The Criminal Code is our guiding document, and our Ontario-based criminal lawyers, with their vast experience, can […]
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 specified period. A negotiated peace bond can be a viable option when trying to resolve more serious criminal charges such as assault. In Canada, particularly in Ontario, there are two […]
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 than a round trip to the Moon. There are about 8 million registered passenger vehicles in the country. In 2018, light-duty vehicles accounted for 92.3% of registered vehicles, commercial vehicles […]
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 otherwise. If you have been charged with an offence and have been taken into police custody, then you will require a bail hearing to ensure you are released as you […]
Inmate Deaths
In January 2023, the Ontario Chief Coroner’s Expert Panel on Deaths in Provincial Custody released a report entitled ‘An Obligation to Prevent: Report from the Ontario Chief Coroner’s Expert Panel on Deaths in Custody.’ The report—which has received significant media attention since its release—examines a recent increase in deaths among individuals incarcerated in Ontario’s custodial […]