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Whether it be a deliberate shot taken at a mistaken target during a hunting trip or an accidental discharge while handling a gun at home, your actions can lead to a criminal charge. The offence of careless use of a firearm can be found in subsection 86(1) of the...
Section 229 of the Criminal Code defines the crime of murder. The offence is established if the Crown proves beyond a reasonable doubt that: the accused caused the person's death that the death was caused by an unlawful act; and the accused had the requisite...
Two people meet online and agree to hook up. Before they have sex, the woman insists that she will only do so if a condom is used. The man agrees. Sexual intercourse is performed on two occasions with a condom. But on a third time, the man reaches over as as if...
When children make a mistake and break the law, they and their parents are often frightened about what will happen next. It is natural to be scared, but getting answers to your questions can help alleviate some of your fears. For instance, if your child is accused of...
The criminal justice system in Canada has long recognized the accused's right to be tried within a reasonable time. In fact we've put it right there in black in white in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (section 11(b)). However, if your child is charged...
All across Canada, people are looking for ways to spend time with friends and family outside. Between the nice weather and social distancing guidelines in the midst of the current health crisis, being outside can be the best place for people to be right now. However,...
No parent wants to hear that their child has gotten into trouble. It can be especially upsetting when he or she is accused of breaking the law. Several things can be going through a parent's mind in this situation. You can be scared, angry and embarrassed. You may be...
In recent weeks, there have been far fewer vehicles on streets and highways across Ontario. Some drivers see these open roads as an opportunity to engage in some dangerous driving. Because of this, police are cracking down on dangerous driving behaviours, including...
Teenagers are spending a lot more time at home than they may typically spend. And for many kids, this time at home can contribute to feelings of boredom, loneliness and frustration. As is the case with any new experience in adolescence, some teens handle difficult...
When the Liberal government decided to move toward the legalization of marijuana, it made clear that it would also be making changes to Canada's impaired by drug driving laws. Those change came into effect on October 17, 2018. The most significant changes fall into...
