Articles About Assault & Violent Crime
Understanding and Defending Uttering Threats Charges in Canada
Uttering threats is a serious criminal offence in Canada under section 264.1 of the Criminal Code. This guide explains what…
Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking: Charges and Penalties in Canada
Facing a possession for the purpose of trafficking charge? Learn what the Crown must prove, how “intent to traffic” is…
Assaulting a Peace Officer: Charges, Penalties, & Possible Defences
Learn what assaulting a peace officer means in Canada, the possible penalties, and the key legal defences that may apply…
How to Defend Yourself Against Sexual Assault Charges In Canada
Sexual assault allegations in Canada can lead to severe penalties and long-term consequences. Learn what the Crown must prove, common…
Assault With a Weapon: Definition, Charges, Penalties, & Possible Defences
Learn how assault with a weapon is defined under Canadian law, what objects can qualify as weapons, and the charges,…
Assault Causing Bodily Harm: Charges, Penalties, & Possible Defences
Assault causing bodily harm is a serious Criminal Code offence that can lead to jail time and a lasting criminal…
Domestic Violence: Is It a Felony or Misdemeanor?
Domestic violence can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony in the U.S., depending on the facts of the…
How to Defend Against Armed Robbery Charges in Canada
In Canada, robbery involves the theft or extortion of property using a weapon, violence, or threats of violence. There are…
What is the Difference Between Theft, Robbery and Burglary?
Theft, robbery, and “burglary” are often mixed up, but they’re legally different—and those differences affect penalties and how you defend…
