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Understanding the Role and Function of Juries in Canada's Criminal Justice System

By Jonathan Pyzer on February 16, 2010

The jury system is one of the most fundamental institutions in Canada’s criminal justice system. Under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms every person

February 16, 2010

The Rape Shield Legislation (s. 276 of the Criminal Code)

By Jonathan Pyzer on February 14, 2010

Before 1982, it was permissible for criminal defence lawyers to attack the credibility of complainants in sexual assault cases by asking them questions about th

February 14, 2010

Lawyer vs. Paralegal

By Jonathan Pyzer on February 1, 2010

A paralegal is a individual who is not a lawyer, but who is licensed to undertake specific forms of legal work. For example, paralegals often assist lawyers. In

February 1, 2010

Understanding Character Evidence in Criminal Trials

By Jonathan Pyzer on January 14, 2010

During the course of a criminal trial the prosecution may try to lead character evidence about the accused individual. For legal purposes, the word “character”

January 14, 2010

Impaired by Drugs

By Jonathan Pyzer on January 3, 2010

Under Canadian law it is illegal to drive when impaired. Usually when we hear about impaired driving in the media, the focus is on drinking and driving. However

January 3, 2010

Peace Bonds: Understanding Section 810 of the Criminal Code

By Jonathan Pyzer on December 19, 2009

A peace bond is a court order requiring a specific individual to “keep the peace and be of good behaviour”. A peace bond is not a conviction and it will not app

December 19, 2009

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