Since 2004, the Government of Canada has maintained a National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) containing detailed personal information about individuals convicted of designated sexual offences. Conviction for most of these offences triggers a mandatory order to report regularly to the registry. Recently, the Government of Canada proposed changes to strengthen the National Sex Offender Registry, […]
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Just like any criminal lawyer can assert, if you are found guilty of any crime (other than first-degree murder), your sentence will depend on many factors such as the type of crime, circumstances and seriousness of the crime, and your personal circumstances. When deciding on a sentence, the judge will consider things like the seriousness […]
This submission was provided by a guest blogger. Updated: 2025 The legal systems of Canada and the United States classify criminal offences differently. While the U.S. uses terms like “felony” and “misdemeanor,” Canada categorizes offences as summary, indictable, or hybrid. This article delves into these classifications, providing clarity on their definitions, legal implications, and the […]
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