by admin | Sep 3, 2017 | Criminal Law, Legal Advice
Changes in Mandatory Minimum Sentencing Canadians have recently heard a lot about mandatory minimum sentences (MMS) for criminal and drug offenses. A survey concerning the MMS was conducted by the federal government. This has resulted in some commentators wondering if...
by admin | Aug 10, 2017 | Criminal Law, Legal Advice
The delay on Canada’s prospect of legalizing marijuana After many years of marijuana being smoked in secrecy or eliciting arrests when smoked publicly, Canada is considering legalizing its usage. Amidst the numerous onlookers to the House of Commons health...
by admin | Aug 1, 2017 | Criminal Law, Legal Advice
Social Media Bans: Reasonable Or Foolish? With the way technology progresses, it is sensible to update laws and punishments to accommodate the situation. For instance, when someone is legally prohibited from communicating with another person: years ago, the...
by admin | Jul 24, 2017 | Criminal Law, Legal Advice
Understanding the Difference Between a 24-Hour Alcohol Prohibition and a 24-Hour Drug Prohibition ← What Constitutes Public Intoxication? Social Media Bans: Reasonable Or Foolish? → Many people believe that a 24-hour drug prohibition and 24-hour alcohol...
by admin | Jul 14, 2017 | Criminal Law
What Constitutes Public Intoxication? First thing to be aware of—being intoxicated in public is not a violation of the Criminal Code of Canada. This means even if you are arrested or detained for public intoxication, it will not appear on your permanent record....
by admin | Apr 17, 2017 | Criminal Law, Legal Advice
Federal Government to Axe the Zombie Laws ← Canadian Marijuana Legalization Soon To Be Announced Worried About Your First Criminal Court Appearance? Read These Tips → At long last, the federal government of Canada is starting to wage war on its zombie laws,...
