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Your resource for all criminal lawyer related questions in BC.
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For more than 20 years, Steele Law has successfully guided individuals and business entities through the unique challenges posed by criminal and regulatory investigations, as well as prosecutions in state and federal courts nationwide.
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Assault Charges: General vs. Specific Intent

Intent matters in Canadian criminal law cases. When facing assault charges, understanding the legal nuances between general and specific intent can be crucial to your defence. These terms relate to your mindset when the crime was committed and if you…