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January 12, 2023

Consent is one of the most misunderstood concepts in Canada. While some people disregard age differences between intimate partners, others misinterpret silence as consent. Resultantly, the first argument a defendant puts forth is that the victim did not object to the activity or that the victim verbally agreed to it. You must understand that consent … Continue reading “Legal Age Of Consent And Sexual Assault In Alberta”

January 5, 2023

Movies and TV shows present an overly simplified version of the judicial system. However, legal processes are way more complex and compounded. How many of you believe that if you are ever arrested, all you have to do is say, ‘I need a lawyer’ to get a lawyer? Unfortunately, things do not work like that. … Continue reading “All You Need To Know About Your Right To Counsel In Canada”

December 22, 2022

Sexual assault charges are not something that you can overlook as insignificant. Charges of this nature can have grave effects on your professional and personal life. If you have been accused of sexual assault, going to court and dealing with civil and criminal charges are not the only things you will face. You will also … Continue reading “Why Do You Need A Skilled Criminal Lawyer For Sexual Assault Defence Cases?”

December 15, 2022

If you have been charged with a criminal offence and are looking into hiring a criminal defence lawyer but do not know what to expect, you are in the right place. As one of the top rated criminal defence lawyers in Edmonton, we come across many individuals who are looking to hire lawyers but are … Continue reading “What Will Your First Appointment With A Criminal Defence Lawyer Look Like”

December 8, 2022

When you are facing criminal charges, the stakes are high. You need a lawyer who is going to fight for you and do everything they can to get you the best possible outcome. Look for a lawyer who is honest and committed, with years of experience in the criminal justice system. They should be passionate … Continue reading “Five Traits To Look For When Hiring A Criminal Defence Lawyer”

November 24, 2022

It is a common police procedure to talk to suspects and take their statements, this increases the probability of a conviction. According to the Supreme Court Of Canada, these statements can also be used at trial, even though they have been taken without caution. You might have heard the statement, “anything you say can be … Continue reading “Reasons You Should Speak To A Criminal Defence Lawyer Before Speaking To The Police”

November 21, 2022

Sexual assault or abuse charges can be processed as criminal or civil matters depending on the type of charges pressed. However, some cases can end up in both courts. During our service as criminal defence lawyers, we have seen that many individuals have used the terms criminal charges and civil lawsuit charges interchangeably without realizing … Continue reading “The Difference Between A Civil Lawsuit And Criminal Sex Abuse Charges”

November 11, 2022

Criminal law and family law are parallel lines that never meet. For this reason, a criminal defence lawyer can never help you get a divorce, while a family lawyer can not defend you against criminal charges. So unlike the popular misconception amongst people, it is not enough to attain advice about your specific circumstances from … Continue reading “Domestic Assault In Alberta – All You Need To Know”

November 3, 2022

Every burden in the world is somewhat bearable except that of carrying a criminal record. However, it all becomes a hundred times worse when the record is for sexual assault charges. Indeed, there is no need to discuss or emphasize the possible adverse outcomes of a conviction for sexual offences. Besides the jail sentence and … Continue reading “Pardon For Sexual Assault Charges In Alberta”

October 28, 2022

Keeping in mind how many sexual assault cases go unreported and how many reported sexual assault cases do not lead to conviction, we understand why it can be overwhelming for sexual assault victims to come forward. However, our team of expert sexual assault lawyers are working tirelessly to make Edmonton a better place for victims … Continue reading “How Litigation Works In Sexual Assault Lawsuits”

October 24, 2022

According to statistics, approximately half a million sexual assault incidents happen in Canada and only 33 incidents per 1000 incidents are reported. This is not even the worst part, out of these 33 reported incidents only 12 result in charges against the suspect and out of these 12 incidents only 6 end up in convictions. … Continue reading “Claims That Can Be Made In Sexual Assault Cases”

October 20, 2022

The Criminal Code Of Canada explains sexual assault as something that incorporates all unwanted sexual activity. This entails activities from unwanted sexual grabbing, kissing, and fondling to rape. The code clearly states that sexual activity is only legal when both parties consent. But what is consent? Canada’s Criminal Code s. 273.1 defines consent as “The … Continue reading “Consenting To Sexual Activity While Being Intoxicated”