When you are looking for the right criminal lawyer in Toronto, you probably have a lot of questions about how to connect with a legal professional who will know how to defend you. Selecting a skilled criminal lawyer is critical in these kinds of cases. You will want to be sure that you are presented […]
Possession of child pornography, whether by accident or on purpose, is an offence punishable by no less than six months of jail time, as stated in section 163.1 of the Criminal Code. It is not a minor offence, and even if child pornography was accidentally downloaded on your computer, you may be convicted. If you […]
Your criminal record isn’t something that can be easily fixed or ignored, even if the accusations against you were originally false. Once something is on your adult criminal record, it will remain for 80 years before it is wiped away. What is a Criminal Record? Criminal records are not simple files that hold only your […]
The criminal justice system in Canada is governed by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. This document sets out many necessary rights that you have once you’ve been arrested or charged with a criminal offence. Every Canadian should be aware of their legal rights and freedoms. This article will give you detailed information on your […]
Besides worrying about potential penalties, including long prison sentences, individuals facing child pornography charges also face severe social stigmatization. As with other sex crimes, anyone accused of child pornography is likely to lose friends, employment, and other social connections. In Canada, anyone convicted of child pornography must live with a permanent sex offence record. Child […]
It is illegal to traffic or possess prohibited drugs or controlled substances in Canada as outlined under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA). While federal law broadly categorizes drug offences into drug possession and trafficking, there are other related charges, including possession with an intent to distribute, importing, and drug production or manufacturing. Whether […]
Facing criminal fraud charges can be a devastating experience for anyone, especially those employed in commercial or government settings. Whatever the scale of the offence, the social stigma of criminal fraud charges and the disruptive effect of imprisonment can ruin lives and undermine opportunities for further employment and social life. The Canadian Criminal Code defines […]
The use of recreational cannabis in Canada was legalized several years ago, but many people remain unaware of what is safe and what is against the law. Meanwhile, the Canadian Cannabis Act sets up specific rules related to buying, selling, consuming, possessing, or growing pot in Canada, further modified by the provincial, territorial, and municipal […]
Sexual exploitation is a very serious criminal offence against young persons. Similar to other sexual offences in Canada, it is fraught with long prison sentences as well as staying on file with the Ontario and federal sex offender registry. Unlike some other categories of offenders, those found guilty of sexual exploitation are not eligible for […]
Canadian drug legislation is sometimes mistakenly viewed as overly liberal due to the legalization of marijuana, but, in reality, it imposes severe consequences on drug offenders. These consequences were harshened after the adoption of the Safe Streets and Communities Act, introducing mandatory minimum penalties for various drug offences, including possession for the purpose of selling. […]
Being charged with a sexual assault crime is a serious situation that may lead to lifelong collateral consequences if convicted. Some of these consequences include registration on the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR), employment restrictions and/or termination, unwanted publicity, travel restrictions, and more. You may be stressed about what to do after receiving such allegations […]
The Cannabis Act legalized recreational marijuana in Canada on October 17th, 2018. The act, also known as Bill C-45, restricts and regulates access and possession of marijuana in Canada. As a result, buying, possessing, and using recreational cannabis is now legal across the country. Generally, the implementation of the marijuana laws is a shared responsibility […]
