By Farid Zamani Getting charged with a crime is stressful. But facing charges for something that allegedly happened 10, 15, or 20 years ago is a different kind of nightmare. You might feel blindsided. You might not even remember the specific time or place the police are asking about. In Ontario, and across Canada, there …
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If you’re wondering, “Can I travel to the US with a criminal record?” the answer depends on several factors, including the nature of your offence, how long ago it was, and whether you’ve obtained a US Entry Waiver beforehand. Before attempting to enter the US, explore the legal pathways to admission so you’re not caught …
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If you’ve been arrested, the next step for you will be a bail hearing, where a court will determine whether you’ll be released from custody while awaiting trial or remain in custody. Bail hearings in Ontario follow specific procedures that are governed by the Criminal Code of Canada. It’s in your best interest to know …
If you’ve been offered a peace bond in Canada, you probably have questions about how the process works and what the benefits and drawbacks are for you. Learning what’s involved will help you make a sound decision about whether you should consent to enter into the peace bond. Key Takeaways Agreeing to a peace bond …
If you’re facing a court date in Ontario, you may be wondering how to get criminal charges dropped. Although it never happens in the dramatic fashion depicted on TV shows, the Crown, the complainant, the judge, the defence lawyer, and the defendant can all influence the process. Dropping charges can mean either withdrawing the charges, …
If you are going through the criminal justice system or you have been convicted of a crime, you may be wondering, “How long does a criminal record last in Canada?” The answer is not as straightforward as you might hope. In some jurisdictions, certain records automatically disappear after a set time, but in Canada, the …
When someone is charged with a criminal offence, it will be either a summary or an indictable offence. The category of criminal offence affects everything from the way your case is handled to the penalties to the long-term consequences for the offender. Whatever you know about the criminal justice system hinges largely on whether the …
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Getting charged with impaired driving is stressful, but it happens to people just like you every day. Knowing what to expect can make the process much more manageable and will help you make solid decisions for your defence. If you’re facing DUI charges in Ontario, a qualified DUI lawyer in Toronto can help protect your …
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Getting arrested can be upsetting and confusing. It can seem as though the police have the ultimate control over the situation, and that you yourself are powerless. However, you have constitutionally guaranteed rights when you are arrested; knowing those rights and taking smart, legally correct steps lets you take some of your power back. If …
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