In some situations there are many crimes committed by the same person. The prosecutor only has a strong case establishing the identity in one of the incidents. How does the prosecutor attempt to prove the other crimes? The answer is similar act evidence applications. The Prosecutor is generally not allowed to lead propensity evidence during […]
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In November 2013, the Ontario Court of Appeal released a number of judgments that have the potential to drastically change the sentencing law in relation to convictions for possession of a loaded prohibited firearm (section 95 of the Criminal Code). The Offence Section 95 of the Code criminalizes the unauthorized possession of a restricted or […]
The Civil Remedies Act is a powerful tool that can be used by law enforcement to take monies and/or property that are suspected to be derived from crime. The legal community and police community calls this illicit money “proceeds of crime”. A recent case has critics concerned that the Civil Remedies Act is too powerful. […]
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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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