Criminal Defence

• Toronto Paralegal: What Ontario Paralegals Do
  Many people in Toronto and across Ontario are surprised to learn that not every legal issue requires hiring a lawyer. In fact, licensed paralegals in Ontario are authorized to represent… Read more: Toronto Paralegal: What Ontario Paralegals Do
• 5 Myths About Paralegals in Toronto — Busted
  If you’ve ever searched for a Toronto paralegal or a paralegal in Toronto, chances are you’ve also come across some confusing — and frankly incorrect — information. Many people still… Read more: 5 Myths About Paralegals in Toronto — Busted
• In the Legal World: secret bank accounts, neighbour feuds, anon defamation, and allegiance to the Queen
  Here’s what we’ve found to be of interest recently: Man Jailed for Refusing Audit Tries to Pay taxes with SIN he Believes is Linked to Secret Bank Account A resident… Read more: In the Legal World: secret bank accounts, neighbour feuds, anon defamation, and allegiance to the Queen
• How does a criminal record affect me?
  A person can get a criminal record when the court convicts her or him of a crime under the Criminal Code of Canada. A criminal record may restrict employment opportunities.… Read more: How does a criminal record affect me?
• Principles of the Canadian Criminal Justice System
  In this article, we aim to discuss the fundamental principles underlying our criminal justice system. There are many memorable statements regarding these principles, such as “innocent until proven guilty.” What… Read more: Principles of the Canadian Criminal Justice System
• Do I get a record right after being charged with a crime?
  A criminal charge has effects similar to a criminal record. As soon as the police lay a criminal charge, the information goes to the RCMP information centre.  However, it disappears… Read more: Do I get a record right after being charged with a crime?
• Shoplifting – Theft Under $5000. Paralegal Representation.
  Shoplifting is a colloquial term for theft in a retail store. The Criminal Code of Canada doesn’t have a special “shoplifting” provision. However, those accused of shoplifting are charged under… Read more: Shoplifting – Theft Under $5000. Paralegal Representation.
• How to Fight a Dangerous Driving Charge with a Paralegal
  Formal Definition of Dangerous Driving. Dangerous driving is a criminal offence. The Criminal Code of Canada describes it as operating “a motor vehicle in a manner that is dangerous to… Read more: How to Fight a Dangerous Driving Charge with a Paralegal
• Being in a bawdy house
  Criminal Code of Canada Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed diam nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore magna aliquam erat volutpat. Ut wisi enim ad minim… Read more: Being in a bawdy house
• Possession of under 5mg of illicit substances
  Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. This Act of federal legislation describes the offence and punishment. In addition, it lists drugs that are illegal in Canada.
• How to Fight Theft Under $5000 and Shoplifting in Court.
  Shoplifting is a colloquial term for theft in a retail store. The Criminal Code of Canada doesn’t have a special “shoplifting” provision. However, those accused of shoplifting are charged under… Read more: How to Fight Theft Under $5000 and Shoplifting in Court.
• Mischief for under $5,000
  Criminal Code of Canada, section 430. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed diam nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore magna aliquam erat volutpat. Ut wisi enim… Read more: Mischief for under $5,000
• Fraud under $5,000 offence. Defence options with a paralegal
  Criminal Code of Canada, section 380(1)(b) Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed diam nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore magna aliquam erat volutpat. Ut wisi enim… Read more: Fraud under $5,000 offence. Defence options with a paralegal
• Do I have to be in the court with my paralegal?
  This depends on your case. For traffic tickets, your appearance is usually not necessary unless you need to testify at your own trial. A paralegal should advise if you need… Read more: Do I have to be in the court with my paralegal?
• How to fight a Common Assault Charge with a Paralegal
  The word “Assault” is one we commonly use. Each of us has an understanding of what it means.  Typically, when we think about the assault, we imagine someone punching or… Read more: How to fight a Common Assault Charge with a Paralegal
• How to Deal with Domestic Assault. Defence with a Paralegal
  Domestic assaults are a significant part of the common assault cases.  Almost all Crown offices have special domestic violence teams or units. The basics, which the Crown must prove in… Read more: How to Deal with Domestic Assault. Defence with a Paralegal