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August 27, 2021

Many people believe that leaving a state after being charged with a crime or offence including a DUI will lead to the extradition of charges and will help them escape prosecution. However, this is not entirely true. The Judiciary system in each state handles charges, especially charges related to driving under the influence differently. For … Continue reading “Is Extradition For A DUI Possible In Canada?”

August 26, 2021

While shoplifting is not considered a major crime, if you are caught shoplifting and the shopkeeper decides to press charges, you will have to face the consequences based on the severity of the theft. What Is Shoplifting? According to the Canadian Criminal Code, Shoplifting is a common term that usually refers to the offence of … Continue reading “Things You Should Know About Shoplifting Charges In Canada”

August 20, 2021

The Canadian Law acknowledges that citizens have the right to resist arrest if the arrest itself is unlawful. However, it is a “do so at your own risk” situation since officers generally don’t arrest an individual without reasonable grounds. Before we move on to the conditions under which you have the right to resist arrest, … Continue reading “When Do You Have The Right To Resist An Arrest?”

August 12, 2021

Getting pulled over from driving under the influence or driving while impaired is a frightening experience. It can be difficult to handle especially when you are at fault. If you drive while you are intoxicated, there is a high chance that the police out on patrol will end up pulling you over. Driving while under … Continue reading “Do You Need A DUI Lawyer If You Have Decided To Plead Guilty?”

August 5, 2021

Being pulled over for driving under the influence is quite unsettling especially if you have not taken something to inebriate you. However, if police officers on patrol believe that you were driving while impaired or have been under the influence, you might be forcefully asked to take a field sobriety test. However, if you are … Continue reading “Can You Fail A Field Sobriety Test If You Have Taken Cold Medicine?”

July 28, 2021

A drunk driving conviction can have dire consequences on many aspects of your life. If you are an immigrant, it can lead to the cancellation of your immigrant visa, it can affect your admission to a prestigious college and can lead to you being expelled or fired from the organization you are working for. Even … Continue reading “Can A DUI Conviction Be Expunged?”

July 26, 2021

No matter where you live, getting arrested and charged with a criminal offence can be scary and confusing, especially if you don’t know how to address the situation. The first thing you need to remember during such cases is that the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms provides you with crucial rights. You can exercise … Continue reading “When Do You Need A Criminal Defence Lawyer In Canada?”

July 20, 2021

People in Canada are often confused about the legal jeopardy they might face after being accused of assault. This is because there is little awareness around the topic. In addition to that, there are different categories of assault under Canada’s criminal code, and each carries a different kind of sentence. So, the question now is, … Continue reading “Common Defence Strategies For Assault Charges In Canada”

July 16, 2021

People charged with assault in Canada are often confused about the seriousness of the matter. They often contact our firm after being accused of the crime, and “how bad is an assault charge?” is among the first questions they ask. This unawareness is because there are many types of assault charges in Canada, and each … Continue reading “How Serious Are Assault Charges In Canada?”

July 8, 2021

In Canada, many people are surprised when they are charged by the authorities for uttering words that might be perceived as threatening. If a person accuses you of threatening them, along with a testimony providing the background of the relationship between you and the person, you will be met with legal implications. According to the … Continue reading “Is Uttering Threats Considered A Criminal Offence In Canada?”

June 30, 2021

As an immigrant in Canada, a criminal record will adversely affect your immigration status and your ability to remain in the country. As soon as an individual with immigrant status is charged with a crime authorities are obliged to pass the information to the Canada Border Services Agency. Depending on the offence, the individual involved … Continue reading “Criminal Charges That Can Affect Your Immigration Status In Canada”

June 24, 2021

Driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs is considered a crime in every state, and therefore criminal courts are generally responsible for handling such cases. However, a first-offence DUI case is viewed as a non-indictable or minor offence, for which many courts hand down a standard sentence. So, if you were driving while … Continue reading “Do You Need An Attorney To Fight Your DUI Charge?”