As a criminal defense lawyer in Canada, your primary duty is to protect the rights of your clients and provide them with a robust defense. One crucial strategy in defending against criminal charges is challenging police evidence. Police evidence, which includes statements, documents, and physical evidence collected by law enforcement […]
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Racial profiling and discrimination in policing are significant issues that have garnered attention both nationally and internationally. In Canada, as in many other countries, racial profiling has been a subject of controversy and concern, as it raises fundamental questions about fairness, justice, and human rights. This article provides an overview […]
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Your rights are enshrined in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. It’s important to know your legal rights when dealing with the police. These rights form part of the foundation of our legal system and are in place to protect your privacy and liberty. A failure to know and […]
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In Canada, the police have the authority to detain and arrest individuals under the Criminal Code of Canada and common law. While a warrant issued by a Justice of the Peace or Judge is typically required for an arrest, there are certain situations where the police can make an arrest […]
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For a quick overview, just watch the video. We got you covered! A police officer power to pull over a motor vehicle is derived from the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) and the common law. The HTA allows police officers acting in the lawful execution of their duty to require the […]
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During the course of an investigation, the police have the right to take your fingerprints and photograph. Often the police will ask you questions about your physical appearance such as your height, weight, hair colour, eye colour, scars, tattoos, and other biographical information. If you have ever been charged with […]
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