Stampeding Lawyers
COVID-19 has prompted the Court system to re-evaluate how trials and jury trials will take place in order to properly maintain social distancing. While some […]
Read MoreConditional Sentences
Changes to the Criminal Code from 2012 have been deemed unconstitutional by the Ontario Court of Appeal. This decision marks an important moment for the […]
Read MoreGenetic Discrimination
Genetic testing can be extremely personal for individuals. Discrimination against those who chose to not take a genetic test or disclose the results of a […]
Read MoreRight to Trial in a Reasonable Time
The Supreme Court has recently ruled in R. v. Thanabalasingham that a person’s right to trial within a reasonable time was breached because it took […]
Read MoreExtreme Intoxication Levels
Extreme levels of intoxication is a common occurrence in the criminal justice system. A recent lower Court decision could allow loss of control due to […]
Read MoreRights of Sex Workers
The Court system is constantly evolving to better suit the needs of Canadians. Landmark decisions that drastically change the Court system will first be heard […]
Read MoreProviding Legal Aid to Those in Need
Access to the Court system is an important right for all Canadians. There is a fine line between balancing the Court’s efficiency and providing legal […]
Read MoreSupreme Court of Canada Moving to Zoom
The Courts continue to adapt to the COVID-19 outbreak. For the first time in its history, the Supreme Court of Canada has begun to hold […]
Read MoreImpaired Driving Carries Heavy Penalties
Impaired driving carries heavy punishments and can result in significant jail time. Marco Muzzo was previously sentenced to 10 years in prison following an accident […]
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