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Understanding the complexities of legal rights in criminal proceedings is essential for anyone engaged with the justice system. In this blog post, we’ll focus on two pivotal aspects of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms: Section 11(c) – Protection against testimonial compulsion, and Section 7 – Right Against Self-Incrimination. Overview of Section 11(c) – Protection against Testimonial Compulsion Section […]
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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 an attempt to choke, suffocate, or strangle another person, or […]
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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 right, is the right to remain silent protected by Section […]
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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 response, offers crucial insights for those accused of criminal offences. […]
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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 manages up to 100 DUI related cases at once. “Marco […]
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Child Pornography Engaging in activities such as creating, distributing, possessing, accessing, or trading child pornography can result in a conviction for related criminal activities. Have you been charged with child pornography? Call (306) 994-9522 for a free consultation with a criminal lawyer. Child Pornography Penalties Convictions for child pornography offences carry varying maximum penalties, with the severest carrying a term […]
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By: CTVNews.ca Staff “An Ottawa clinic at the centre of a Hepatitis C scare is facing a multi-million-dollar class-action lawsuit, alleging that several patients were infected because of unsafe medical procedures.” Nicholas Robinson, a lawyer who is representing the patients in a class-action suit against the clinic, said that the ordeal has caused panic in the community and distress among […]
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By: Heather Polischuk ESTEVAN – With the aim to make money, an otherwise-law-abiding former couple embarked on a scheme to smuggle people across the Canada-United States border. Defence lawyers Nicholas Robinson (for Omoruyi) and Jyoti Haeusler (for Strawford) said their clients were hard-working, law-abiding people until they involved themselves in the scheme before the court. “We submit this is a […]
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Canadian Stance on International Travel Post-DUI It is important to understand that those charged with impaired driving are generally not prevented from leaving Canada by Canadian authorities unless they have conditions (an undertaking or recognizance or some other court order) that restricts them from leaving. Likewise, those convicted of an impaired driving offence are generally not restricted from leaving unless […]
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