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According to Section 271 of the Criminal Code of Canada, sexual assault is defined as an unwanted sexual act that is carried out by one person on another without their voluntary agreement or consent. However, this definition is not as straightforward as it may seem. Actions that are considered sexual in nature can be […]
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Credit to the team at Supreme Advocacy Leaves Granted Criminal Law: Sexual Assault R. v. T., 2022 BCCA 345 (40447) There is a publication ban in this case, in the context of sexual assault. “The motion to expedite the application for leave to appeal is granted. The application for leave to appeal…is granted. The hearing of the
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Credit to the team at Supreme Advocacy Criminal Law: Sexual Offences; Hearsay R. v. S.S., 2022 ONCA 305, 2023 SCC 1 (40147)There is a publication ban in this case (see beginning of Ont. C.A. judgment). The Chief Justice: “A majority of this Court would allow the appeal, substantially for the reasons of the dissenting judge, MacPherson J.A. Justice Rowe would
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If you are a first-time offender charged with impaired driving, it can be an unpleasant situation. You may be unsure about what to expect or how to proceed with a first offence DUI. Adding to the complexity, DUI laws vary by jurisdiction, making local representation crucial to your defence. To effectively defend against DUI
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Sexual assault is a deeply traumatic experience that can have severe and lasting consequences for survivors. In Canada, it is a criminal offence that is taken very seriously, and the penalties for conviction can be severe. What is Sexual Assault? Sexual assault is defined as any non-consensual sexual activity that occurs without the victim’s
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A 22-year-old man, Ali Mian, is facing second-degree murder charges after shooting and killing a man who allegedly attempted to rob his family home in Milton, Ontario. The incident took place on February 19, 2023, at about 5 a.m. at a residence on Gibson Crescent. According to the Halton Regional Police Service, a group
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Crime mapping has gained significant popularity as a tool for reducing crime rates. By providing greater transparency regarding crime information, police services have been able to improve their relationship with the public. While there were concerns initially about sensitive information being accessible to the public, the benefits of crime mapping have outweighed these concerns.
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The relationship between feminism and criminal law centers on examining how the criminal justice system impacts women, particularly in the context of sexual assault and gender-based violence. Feminism critiques the societal structures that allow for gender-based violence and aims to provide a feminist perspective to the legal system in order to improve it. It
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Police oversight refers to the monitoring and evaluation of law enforcement agencies and officers to ensure accountability, transparency, and protection of citizens’ rights. It is essential in restoring public trust in the police and ensuring officers adhere to legal and ethical standards.
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British Columbia has initiated a landmark 3-year pilot program aimed at combating the opioid crisis. The program decriminalizes possession of up to 2.5 grams of drugs such as fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, meth and MDMA for individuals aged 18 and above. The pilot program is the first of its kind in Canada and aims to
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