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September 13, 2019

Legal Consequences Of Drunk Driving And Recidivism

Impaired driving continues to be the leading cause of road accidents in many countries. In Canada, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs has been a major factor in more than 30% of road deaths for the past couple of decades. However, considerable progress has been made to reduce impaired driving across the country. … Continue reading “Legal Consequences Of Drunk Driving And Recidivism”

September 6, 2019

Delays In The Court System And Its Impact On Citizens

Court delay is one of the major problems Canada’s Criminal Justice Systems is going through. While the number of cases that go to criminal courts is not huge, many cases take longer to get concluded. A large number of Canadians are in jail waiting for a trial. The number of people waiting for a trial … Continue reading “Delays In The Court System And Its Impact On Citizens”

August 30, 2019

Drug Possession Charges In Canada: Here Is What You Need To Know

It’s prohibited to possess, control or use certain substances outlined in the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. It’s not necessarily illegal to possess a controlled substance under certain circumstances. For example, it’s not a crime to use or possess a controlled substance when prescribed by a physician. It’s also not prohibited to use certain substances … Continue reading “Drug Possession Charges In Canada: Here Is What You Need To Know”

August 23, 2019

The Life-Changing Impacts Of A DUI Conviction In Canada

Being faced with a Impaired driving (DUI) conviction in Canada has serious consequences. If you have been charged with DUI or driving over 80, you’re likely to face many problems down the line. The best way to deal with a DUI offence is to seek proper legal guidance. A competent DUI lawyer can help you … Continue reading “The Life-Changing Impacts Of A DUI Conviction In Canada”

August 16, 2019

Provincial Suspension Rules For Impaired Driving In Alberta

The province of Alberta has provincial suspension rules that impose penalties on drivers who are found driving under the influence of alcohol or driving with a blood alcohol content over 0.08 or refusing to provide a breath sample to a police officer. Alberta Administrative License Suspension (AALS) regime was amended in April 2018. Before the … Continue reading “Provincial Suspension Rules For Impaired Driving In Alberta”

August 9, 2019

How Foreigners Can Get Criminal Legal Services In Alberta, Canada

Foreigners can sometimes get into difficult situations while traveling abroad and can sometimes be accused of crimes. Alberta is among the most popular regions of Canada which is a great international tourist destination. To gain access to the best criminal defence lawyers, aggravated assault lawyers, and white-collar crime lawyers in Alberta you need to know … Continue reading “How Foreigners Can Get Criminal Legal Services In Alberta, Canada”

July 26, 2019

Understanding The Appeal Process In Canada

In law, an appeal process allows people to have their trial decisions reviewed. Parties can request to formally change an official decision. Appeals typically involve an error correction process and clarifying the law. If you’ve been found guilty or convicted of a crime by a court, you may use the appeal process to allow the … Continue reading “Understanding The Appeal Process In Canada”

July 19, 2019

What To Do When Charged With A Criminal Offence In Edmonton Alberta

It’s a stressful situation when you have to deal with criminal charges which can potentially lead to a criminal conviction. The only considerate way to ensure peace of mind is through proper legal guidance. The following are some of the steps you might go through which include valuable tips that will help when dealing with … Continue reading “What To Do When Charged With A Criminal Offence In Edmonton Alberta”

July 12, 2019

Consequences For Assault Offences In Alberta

There are many types of assault charges in Canada. Almost all of the assault charges could result in a jail sentence. The term ‘assault’ typically refers to situations where one person deliberately applies force or weapons use to another person without their consent. Assault is a common crime in Canada. However, if you have been … Continue reading “Consequences For Assault Offences In Alberta”

July 5, 2019

Expected Jail Time For A DUI Offence In Edmonton

Drunk drivers can be charged with impaired driving and driving over 80. If you have been found driving over 80, it means your blood contains over 80 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood at the time of blood examination. Whether charged with impaired driving or driving over 80, the offender should expect a … Continue reading “Expected Jail Time For A DUI Offence In Edmonton”

June 28, 2019

FAQS About Drug Possession Charges In Canada

If you have been charged with possession of cocaine, heroin, magic mushrooms or anything else listed in the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, you need proper guidance and legal services. The first step after being charged or arrested should be to demand your right to have the assistance of counsel. Ideally, you need a criminal … Continue reading “FAQS About Drug Possession Charges In Canada”

June 21, 2019

How To Deal With Theft or Fraud Charges

Fraud is an offence similar to theft but it has its own legal definition. The term ‘fraud’ refers to obtaining goods or services through illegal means. It usually involves misrepresentation and trickery. If you’re charged with an offence that involves obtaining goods or services or anything else through trickery and misrepresentation, talk to a competent … Continue reading “How To Deal With Theft or Fraud Charges”

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