While resolving the case, the court either holds an individual who has been arrested and charged with a crime in custody or grants them bail for release. The majority of people eventually leave custody while awaiting the resolution of their case. The person receiving a release from justice must adhere to certain requirements in order…
Identity theft is a crime in which financial and personal information is stolen without consent. Identity thieves can use a person’s information to submit false tax returns, apply for financial services, steal financial accounts, or sell it to another party. Understanding how identity theft happens is the first step to defending yourself. You can then…
The ultimate objective in the past, if you found yourself in trouble with the law in Canada and wished to restart your life, was a pardon. Once you were pardoned for your offence and reintegrated into society as a law-abiding citizen, your record would be sealed. Due to the introduction of the word “record suspension”…
Fraud under Canadian criminal law encompasses a broad range of criminal activities. Although there are different types, to put it simply, fraud is the action of deceiving someone in order to unlawfully gain something. A fraud charge can have very severe penalties and therefore should be taken very seriously. Fraud charges can be classified as…
In Ontario, Canada, pardon for a criminal offence is now called “record suspension.” You must complete all sentences and pay fines before applying for a record suspension. You can apply through the Parole Board of Canada, which is the federal agency responsible for granting record suspensions. The process involves filling out an application, providing documentation,…
On February 14, 2021, Minimizing the Risk of Exposure to COVID-19 in Canada Order (Quarantine, Isolation, and Other Obligations) came into effect, establishing a number of requirements intended to add to the existing protections against the importation of new variants of COVID-19 into the country. These measures include: • pre-departure COVID-19 molecular testing • COVID-19…
In Ontario, Canada, the right to remain silent is a principle protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Individuals have the right to not incriminate themselves and to choose not to answer questions or make statements. If you are facing criminal charges or are under investigation, it is recommended that you speak with…
In Ontario, assault is considered a criminal offence and can lead to serious consequences if you are convicted. The Criminal Code of Canada defines assault as the use of force against another person without their consent. This can include physical violence, threats of violence, or even the attempt to use physical force. There are different…
White-collar crime is a financially motivated, nonviolent offenses committed in the workplace. Common examples of white-collar crimes include fraud, embezzlement, insider trading, bribery, money laundering, and cybercrime. In Ontario, the Criminal Code and other laws provide a range of possible defences to white collar crimes. Some of the most commonly used defences include: Lack of…