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This article was last updated: Nov. 2nd, 2023 What is an absolute discharge? Absolute discharges are a finding of guilt by a Judge, but no subsequent criminal conviction or criminal record. There is no punishment imposed by the court for absolute discharges. When a judge grants an absolute discharge the accused has no more obligations […]

If you are an American citizen arrested in Canada, it is important to seek legal help from a qualified criminal lawyer. The laws and procedures in Canada can be very different from those in the United States, so it is crucial to have an experienced attorney on your side who understands how to navigate the

In Toronto, bail is only granted in exceptional circumstances for those who have outstanding murder charges. In order to be considered for bail, you and your proposed sureties must meet certain conditions set out by the court. If you are unable to meet these conditions, you may be required to remain in custody until your

Nobody wants to talk about the actual cost of sexual assault charges. Particularly when it comes to discussing the actual costs that serious sexual offences impose on the justice system. This is likely due, in part, to the fact that most people not involved in the criminal justice system don’t have much knowledge about what

WHAT IS A DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT? A Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) is a police officer trained to scientifically identify if a person’s ability to operate motor vehicle is drug impaired by or impaired by alcohol. They are scientifically trained to determine if a person is driving under the influence of drugs. The RCMP and other Canadian police

When it comes to being charged with domestic assault, people often wonder if the charges can be dropped or withdrawn. They wonder what will it take to have the assault charges dropped? Often because there is an intimate and close relationship with the alleged victim an accused person believes there is greater chance of this.

Being released on a reasonable bail is extremely important in ultimately determining how a criminal case unfolds. Remaining in custody until trial affects how a criminal case is heard and has severe implications on an accused person’s life and relationships. Being released on a reasonable bail shortly after an arrest will ensure that an accused

A Sexual Interference charges involves indirect or direct touching for sexual purposes of a person under the age of consent. In Canada, the criminal code established that the age of consent is generally 16 years of age, though it can be up to 18 if the other person involved is in a position of trust

In any legal case, it’s important to know what the possible outcomes could be. If you’re facing a criminal charge of fraud, for example, it’s helpful to understand the possible consequences of a conviction. What exactly happens after you’re convicted of fraud? Here, we’ll take a look at some of the potential penalties you may