Self-defence when a person is the victim of an unprovoked assault (Section 34 of the Criminal Code ).

Bruce Engel of Engel and Associates criminal lawyers in Ottawa explains self-defence as it is described in Sections 34 of the Criminal Code when a person is the victim of an unprovoked assault. Though self-defence is defined more than once in the Criminal Code, the application of the definitions is very complicated and something that [...]

The Protocols Of Appearing In Court

“What do I call the judge?” is a common question. If the judge asks you a question and you want to respond or if you have a question to ask him or her, the best choice is to say “Your Honor.” There are some exceptions. If you happen to be a witness at a bail [...]

The Implications Of Pleading Guilty

People may think that pleading guilty will simply speed up the sentencing process. I often tell people that if they are going to plead guilty, they need a lawyer just as much as they would if they were going to fight the charge, because if you plead guilty, there are some important factors that need to be considered.

What Happens When A Young Person Has Been Apprehended For Shoplifting

The scenario when a young person is caught shoplifting is the same as it is for anyone, with one difference. The person will be apprehended, and the police will be called to lay the charge. The difference is that the parents will also be notified, as required by the Youth Criminal Justice Act. This legislation [...]

The Benefits Of The Youth Criminal Justice Act

The Youth Criminal Justice Act has decreased the level of youth incarceration because it is no longer a required consequence for many cases in which incarceration was previously imposed. There is a very clear change in direction as well with respect to criminal justice and social values. Previously, you might have a situation where a [...]

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