Sexual assault is a serious offense that includes any non-consensual sexual contact, from kissing and touching to more severe acts. As the number of reported cases rises in Canada, there’s growing attention on how these cases are investigated and prosecuted,…
Aggravated sexual assault is one of the most extreme charges under Canadian law. It carries significant penalties and long-lasting consequences, and an aggressive defence is necessary for these cases. This offence, as defined in Section 273(1) of the Canadian Criminal…
When you’re detained or arrested in Canada, your legal rights come into sharp focus. One of the most fundamental protections is the right to counsel, which is enshrined in section 10(b) of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. This right…
Courts in British Columbia are especially likely to play a major role in determining custody in cases where there are allegations of domestic violence by one or both parents. In recent years, courts in BC have moved away from the…
Canada takes a strict stance on impaired driving, with blood alcohol concentration (BAC) laws that remain among the harshest in the Western world. If you’re facing DUI charges in British Columbia, understanding how these laws work and how they compare…
In any case of sexual assault, law enforcement evidence is often crucial. Understanding the process of law enforcement evidence gathering can help clarify a confusing and stressful situation. Types of Evidence Collected in Sexual Assault Cases Police gather various types…
Sexual assault and sexual battery are commonly used interchangeably, but sexual battery is a term that’s not officially used in the Canadian legal system. The broader term of ‘sexual assault’ applies to a wide range of unwanted sexual contact. Sexual…
British Columbia has long been at the forefront of implementing stringent measures to combat impaired driving, a leading cause of road accidents and fatalities. While legislation and enforcement play a crucial role, technology has become an increasingly powerful tool in…
Impaired driving continues to be a significant problem in British Columbia, hence the province’s commitment to taking the issue seriously. The province has the highest rate of DUI charges and suspensions in Canada per 100,000 people, and Immediate Roadside Prohibitions…
According to the most recent statistics, only 21% of Canadian sexual assaults reported to police result with a trial. Sexual assault is also the only violent crime in Canada not declining—in 2021, there were more than 34,200 reports of sexual…