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In an era where so much of the intimate details of our private lives are contained within our cellular phones, any secret monitoring by the government would be an extreme violation of our privacy. To ensure that our privacy is protected against surreptitious monitoring by the police the federal government requires that a judge authorize […]

Recently in California, the FBI arrested a suspect infamously dubbed the Golden State Killer using DNA evidence. On the surface, there is nothing particularly remarkable about the police using DNA evidence to solve cases. Television has made people believe this a far more regular occurrence than it is. However, this particular case is unique, at least from

Police in Toronto recently admitted to using an International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI). The device is commonly referred to as a Stingray. The Stingray phone trackers are controversial because they capture data from private civilians. Prior to the admission of using an IMSI, Toronto police denied the use of Stingrays. A spokesperson stated, “We do not

Consent is an issue that arises in many areas of criminal law in Canada. Issues surround consent are most often associated with assault-related charges. Specifically, what is consent within the sexual assault and within common physical assault-related cases?  But consent issues frequently are in some form or another involved in a variety of criminal charges.

Finding the best sexual assault lawyer to defend your case is essential. The right lawyer can make all the difference in the outcome of your case. This guide will help you understand the charges and possible defences available to you when facing sexual assault allegations. It is important to contact a sexual assault lawyer as

WHAT IS ASSAULT Assault is the intentional application, or the threat of the application, of force. The amount of force applied is not relevant, what matters is if there was consent. It is possible to assault a person without even touching them. There are three ways to commit assault: Applying direct or indirect force to

Impaired driving laws are get the biggest overhaul in years, and it’s not just in Toronto, but across the country. The biggest catalyst seems to be the proposed legalization of marijuana in 2018. As a result of the legalization of marihuana Provincial lawmakers are reexamine existing impaired driving regulations. They are trying to figure out

Since the rise of social media, it has become increasingly difficult to keep information private. This is especially true for individuals who are charged with sexual assault-related crimes. In today’s digital age, almost anything can be accessed by anyone, and this can include sensitive information about your case. If you are facing sexual assault charges,

The Canadian justice system treats young offenders with special considerations. As such, they require lawyers that understand these considerations and how they affect youths. Only an experienced youth criminal defence lawyer can stand up for the specific needs of young offenders. While there is an intention to hold youth accountable for their charges, the greater intent is