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On arrest, an accused person has the right to consult with legal counsel of choice prior to making any statements to police. It is crucial that an accused person take advantage of the right to receive timely and effective advice on arrest. Once arrested, an accused will either be released by police, or, detained in …
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As a Canadian, you are entitled to a reasonable expectation of privacy. That expectation, however, is not consistent everywhere, and varies depending on where you are. For example, you have a very high expectation of privacy in a private home, less in a personal vehicle, even less in a rental car, etc. The Supreme …
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An Ignition Interlock device is an in-car alcohol breath screening device that prevents a car from starting if it detects a certain blood alcohol level on the driver. The device is connected to the engine’s ignition system, and requires a breath sample in order to start the vehicle. Once started, the device will require additional …
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If you were denied bail and were held in custody pre-trial, you were likely housed in a Detention Centre. Detention Centres operate a little differently than federal or provincial institutions (where you go after sentencing) in that there is usually overcrowding and a lack of availability of programming. So if you’re going into custody now, …
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Cannabis (marijuana) still remains a Schedule II drug under the Controlled Drug and Substances Act. This means that, unless regulated for production and distribution for medical purposes, possessing and selling cannabis is illegal in Canada. Smoking weed is a form of possession, as such, you could be criminally liable for possessing it. Until new …
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