"Criminal Law Fundamentals"
What Are the Possible Outcomes of a Criminal Case in Ontario?
Learn the possible outcomes of a criminal case in Ontario, including acquittal, conviction, diversion, discharge, and withdrawn charges.
The Importance of Witness Testimony in Canadian Criminal Trials
Learn how witness testimony impacts verdicts in Canadian criminal trials and why credible evidence from the stand can make or…
Has the Insanity Defense Worked in Canada? (Not Criminally Responsible).
Likelihood of the Defense According to Statistics Canada, the plea rate for the defense of mental disorder is less than…
NCR vs. Criminal Responsibility – A New “Defence” of Insanity ??
You may have heard it before, a case where the accused was “let off” because they were deemed insane or…
What Is “Beyond A Reasonable Doubt” In Canadian Criminal Law?
Beyond a reasonable doubt requires more than simply being convinced that the defendant “probably” committed the crime or “likely” committed…
Is it a Crime Not to Report a Crime in Canada?
Under section 22 of the Criminal Code of Canada, if an individual has an awareness of a crime because they…
What is the Difference Between Criminal Offences and Provincial Regulatory Offences?
What are Criminal Offences? In the Canadian legal system, there are offences legislated un
Can I Travel to the United States with a Criminal Record?
Travelling to the United States with a criminal record can be challenging. Decisions and choices made in the past can…
Section 7 of The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Overview of Section 7 Section 7 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms provides protective measures for every individual’s…
