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February 20, 2023
The Importance Of A Strong Defence: How A Criminal Defence Lawyer Can Help You
When facing criminal charges, the stakes are high, and the outcome can significantly impact your life. You’re likely to feel scared, confused, and alone. This is why you must have a solid defence to protect your rights and improve your chances of a favourable outcome. A criminal defence lawyer can help you navigate the criminal … Continue reading “The Importance Of A Strong Defence: How A Criminal Defence Lawyer Can Help You”
February 16, 2023
The Rights Of An Accused Person Under The Canadian Charter Of Rights And Freedoms
Being charged with a criminal offence in a country like Canada, which deals very strictly with anyone who tends to violate laws and cause unrest in society, can be a scary experience. Many view criminal charges as monstrous and irreversible occurrences that threaten to take away everything from their professional aspirations to social life and … Continue reading “The Rights Of An Accused Person Under The Canadian Charter Of Rights And Freedoms”
February 13, 2023
Common Misconceptions About The Canadian Criminal Justice System
Nowadays, it can be challenging to differentiate facts from fiction due to misinformation. It is far too easy for myths to spread and turn into accepted facts. If you’ve never dealt with the legal system or criminal defence lawyers, you might have heard some false assumptions about how Canada’s criminal justice system functions. The criminal … Continue reading “Common Misconceptions About The Canadian Criminal Justice System”
February 2, 2023
Important Questions To Ask Before Hiring A Criminal Defence Lawyer
Finding a criminal defence lawyer shouldn’t be difficult for someone in dire need. However, the process can be challenging. If you’ve ever used Google and entered a query such as “criminal defence lawyer near me,” you might have noticed that not all lawyers are the same. Selecting the best course of action for your circumstances … Continue reading “Important Questions To Ask Before Hiring A Criminal Defence Lawyer”
January 27, 2023
Understanding – Being A “Party To An Offense”
Under Canadian criminal law, individuals who encourage or assist in the commission of an offence are considered to be just as guilty as the person who has directly committed the offence. This concept is often referred to as “aiding and abetting.” Those who aid and abet the commission of a crime are considered to be … Continue reading “Understanding – Being A “Party To An Offense””
January 23, 2023
Classifying Homicide: Murder, Manslaughter, And Infanticide
Trigger Warning – The content herein may be triggering and disturbing to those who have experienced any form of violence in the past. In Canada, homicide is considered one of the most serious offences that a person can be charged with, and the Canadian legal system takes these cases very seriously. We will explore the … Continue reading “Classifying Homicide: Murder, Manslaughter, And Infanticide”
January 20, 2023
Child-Specific Sexual Offence Charges In Alberta
Trigger Warning – The content herein may be triggering and disturbing to those who have experienced any form of sexual violence in the past. Cases of sexual assault frequently make headlines in Canada. As a country with a well-established judicial system and a comprehensive Charter of Rights And Freedoms, Canadian laws not only protect the … Continue reading “Child-Specific Sexual Offence Charges In Alberta”
January 12, 2023
Legal Age Of Consent And Sexual Assault In Alberta
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
All You Need To Know About Your Right To Counsel In Canada
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
Why Do You Need A Skilled Criminal Lawyer For Sexual Assault Defence Cases?
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
What Will Your First Appointment With A Criminal Defence Lawyer Look Like
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
Five Traits To Look For When Hiring A Criminal Defence Lawyer
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”
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