The charge of “Overcoming Resistance to Commission of Offence” is a critical component of Canadian criminal law, especially in cases involving aggravated forms of assault and sexual assault. What is “Overcoming Resistance to Commission of Offence”? Section 246 of the Criminal Code defines Overcoming Resistance to Commission of Offence as […]
Author: Nicholas Robinson Criminal Lawyer
R. v. J.F.
The accused was charged with Assault cc.266 against their intimate partner and later Breaching Conditions cc.145(4)(a). After attending mental health programming, the breach charge received Stay of Proceedings and shortly after, the Assault charge received a Stay of Proceedings as well.
Understanding Your Right to not be compelled to testify against Yourself: A Guide for the Criminally Accused
When facing criminal charges, it’s crucial to understand your rights and particularly the right against being compelled to testify against yourself. This right is enshrined in Section 11(c) of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and plays a pivotal role in the criminal justice process. A related, but separate […]
R. v. B.B.
The accused was charged with Impaired Driving CC.320.14(1)(a) and Exceed .08 cc.320.14(1)(b). The matter was scheduled for trial and later received a Stay of Proceedings prior to trial date.
Invitation to Knock: Where Investigation Ends and Search Begins
In a recent landmark case, we see the complex interplay between police investigation techniques and the rights of individuals under Section 8 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which protects against unreasonable search and seizure. This case, centred around the actions of John Rogers and the subsequent police […]
R. v. S. T.
The accused turned himself in on an outstanding warrant for Assault cc.266. The matter quickly received a Stay of Proceedings.
R. v. R. L.
The accused was charged with Assault cc.266 and Assault by Choking cc.267(c). The matter was set for trial and the matter received a Stay of Proceedings.
R. v. H.R.
The accused was charged with Assault cc.266 against their spouse. After reviewing disclosure, the matter was set for trial. The matter received a Stay of Proceedings.
Saskatchewan has highest percentage of impaired drivers
By: Krista Sharpe According to SGI, in 2014 there were 50 fatal collisions involving alcohol. There are almost 100 non-fatal collisions per month linked to impaired driving, and that math equals almost four per day. Nicholas Robinson is a criminal defense lawyer based in Regina. At any given time, he […]