Navigating Ontario’s criminal justice system can be daunting, especially when facing criminal charges. One critical aspect that can significantly influence the outcome of a case is the plea bargain—a negotiated agreement between the defendant and the Crown prosecutor. Understanding the intricacies of plea bargaining is essential for anyone involved in the legal process.
Facing criminal charges is a challenging and often life-altering experience. When navigating the justice system, having the right lawyer by your side is critical. While there are many qualified criminal defense lawyers, hiring a local Ottawa lawyer offers unique advantages that can significantly impact the outcome of your case.
Being charged with a criminal offense can be a stressful and overwhelming experience.
On Feb. 14, 2022, the federal government invoked the Emergencies Act for the first time since its passing in 1988.
The right to protest is one of the four fundamental freedoms included in Section 2 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
By the time police cleared the truckers’ protest in downtown Ottawa in February, more than 100 people were facing charges.
A democratic nation should not fear protests from citizens.
Judges and lawyers are key players when a case goes to trial. But there is an equally important group of people who take part in each case and they are the members of the public.
The Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) applies to youth who are at least 12 but under 18 years old, alleged to have committed criminal offences.
As a criminal lawyer who has been practising for more than a decade, I regularly appear in courtrooms in Ottawa, L’Orignal, Brockville, Perth and Pembroke, defending clients against a wide array of charges including assault, impaired driving, sex offences and fraud.
