Breath tests are one of the most common tools police use to assess alcohol impairment, but the number displayed on a device is only one part of the legal picture. In Canada, the way a breath test is conducted can…
What happens in B.C. sexual assault cases if there’s no physical evidence? Often, this comes down to credibility. When there is no physical evidence, such as DNA, injuries, or medical records, courts must rely on testimony and surrounding facts to…
Weapons laws in Canada are strict, and many people are surprised to learn what qualifies as a prohibited weapon. Misunderstanding these rules can lead to serious criminal charges, even when there was no intent to break the law. Prohibited Weapons…
When someone is accused of threatening behaviour or violence in British Columbia, the legal outcome isn’t always a criminal charge. In some cases, the matter may result in a peace bond instead. While it’s true that peace bonds and criminal…
Sexual assault convictions in Canada carry heavy and long-lasting penalties. But as is the case with most criminal charges, sentencing can vary. Courts look closely at the details of the offence, the harm caused, and the background of the accused…
Voyeurism is a serious criminal offence in Canada, and one of the most consequential factors in these cases is whether the alleged victim had a reasonable expectation of privacy. This concept is what determines whether an act of observation or…
A single click can turn into a police file. People ask whether charges are possible if illegal material ends up on a device without their knowledge. The short answer is yes, police can lay charges. The Crown still has to…
Imagine finding silencers at an airport, then seeing them linked to a much larger cache of weapons. That’s what happened twice in 2025: once in St-Anicet, Quebec, and once in Nanaimo, British Columbia. Both cases show how strictly Canadian law…
Most people know that impaired driving is a serious offence. But once someone gets hurt, everything changes. You’re no longer looking at a routine DUI. Now it’s an indictable offence, and the stakes are much higher. Impaired driving causing bodily…
Allegations of sexual assault involving a minor are among the most serious offences in Canadian criminal law. These cases are handled with great scrutiny by the courts and carry particularly harsh penalties due to the vulnerability of the complainant. If…