What kind of charge is an assault with a weapon?
Facing any type of criminal charge can be intimidating, which is why you should always seek out help from a criminal assault lawyer. No one wants a criminal record, and [...]
What is the Charge for Possession of a Controlled Substance ?
If you have found yourself facing drug charges in British Columbia, you likely are concerned about the penalties you may be facing. The Controlled Drugs and Substances Act clarifies that [...]
How Long Does the Canada Parole Board Take to Make a Decision?
Conditional release, known as parole, is a highly complex part of the criminal justice system and is often misunderstood. The purpose of parole is not to shorten an inmate's sentence [...]
What is the Penalty for Possession of Cocaine?
Possession of cocaine can result in a summary offence or an indictable offence with penalties that include paying a fine and spending time in prison. Cocaine is a controlled substance, [...]
What Happens If You Leave the Scene of an Accident?
If you leave the scene of an accident, you may face a penalty of five years in prison or other penalties, depending on circumstances. Leaving the accident scene and being [...]
Can You Beat an Impaired Driving Charge?
Yes, there are some instances where an impaired driving charge (commonly referred to a “driving under the influence” or DUI) can be dropped; a lack of causation, failure to follow [...]
Can a Naturalized Citizen Be Deported for Domestic Violence?
Immigrants have been coming to Canada for work, studying and other reasons since early colonial times. If they don't follow the country's immigration or criminal laws then these people can [...]
How to Get a Criminal Record Check in BC
Requesting a criminal record check online or in-person is a matter of ensuring public safety. Employers and landlords put in this request to protect vulnerable people, such as children. Sometimes [...]
Beginner’s Guide: What is Criminal Law in Canada?
People who are part of Canadian society don’t always know the basics of the country’s criminal law. This can be due, in part, to the many American and Canadian law [...]
Can You Press Charges if Someone Drugs You?
It is a criminal offence in Canada to drug someone without their knowledge or consent, even if the drugs are legal. However, while fictional crime shows might have you believe [...]