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The rule in Browne v. Dunn, also known as the confrontation rule, is rooted in concerns about trial fairness. The rule states that where a party, in criminal cases usually the defence, is advancing a theory that contradicts the evidence of the witness being questioned they should direct the attention of the witness to contradictory evidence. […]

WHAT IS CROWN DISCLOSURE? Crown disclosure is simply the records that are in the possession or control of the Crown Attorney which are relevant and constitute the product of the police investigation or which will likely form the case against the accused. Essentially all the evidence of the police investigation. The accused has a right

DOMESTIC ASSAULT CHARGES: NOW WHAT? WILL THERE BE A CRIMINAL RECORD? Anyone that has been charged with domestic assault should seek assistance from an experienced criminal lawyer to help navigate the criminal justice system. The best way to reduce the risk of jail time and avoid a criminal record is to have a criminal lawyer by your

When most people think of assault, they think of someone being physically attacked. However, there is another form of assault that can be just as serious – assaulting someone without touching them. This type of assault can involve verbal threats or actions that put the victim in fear for their safety. If you are charged

Many individuals facing criminal charges have questions about alternate methods of making up for the harm caused by their alleged crime instead of a prison sentence. In this post, we’ll examine what is meant by diversion, go through the diversion procedures and discuss who is eligible and what is involved. WHAT IS DIVERSION? Diversion from

If you are visiting Canada from another country, chances are you are hoping to see some natural beauty and visit some friendly cities. But what happens when your travel plans turn out unexpectedly and you find yourself arrested while travelling? In this post, we’ll look at what to do if you are incarcerated as a

In an attempt to clear the high number of cases currently awaiting trial in the Ontario Courts, the government has created a new guilty plea certificate system that incentivizes those accused to plead guilty by providing legal representation for a guilty plea.  In this post, we’ll take a look at this new certificate system and

Using a bicycle to get around is a very popular mode of transportation. Bikes are handy for getting to and from work, they are environmentally friendly, you don’t need to pay for gas or insurance, and they are great for exercise and even for going out to socialize. But what if you’ve had a few

If you have been arrested or detained, it is essential to know your rights with the police. This post will discuss your constitutional rights upon arrest according to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. We will examine how a Toronto criminal defence lawyer can help your case. THE CANADIAN CHARTER OF RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS The