The “Carter” DUI Defence Strategy
The Carter Defence is a strategy for fighting drunk driving or DUI charges in Canada. Its primary goal is to introduce “reasonable doubt” regarding the accused’s level of intoxication at…
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Should Divorced Parents Do Christmas Together?
Ahhh…it’s the holiday season; Christmas is here and it’s the time for family cheer! However, if you’re divorced and sharing or co-parenting your children with your former spouse, things can…
What is a Cohabitation Agreement?
We’ve discussed marriage agreements here on the Legal Wire Blog before, but you may not know that similar legal documents exist for couples that aren’t yet married or don’t plan…
How to Change Your Bail Conditions
Bail is a court order allowing you to remain in the community until your criminal case is finished. You must sign this court order and promise the court that you’ll…
How School Decisions Work with Joint Custody
Joint custody school decisions are often the most polarizing decisions divorced or separated couples have to make. If you have joint custody or 50/50 custody, it may be difficult to…
How to Beat a First Time Assault Charge
Assault charges in Canada are very serious, but you probably already know that. That’s why you’re wondering how to beat a first time assault charge. Assault charges can be a…
News Release: Michelle O’Bonsawin becomes First Indigenous Judge Appointed to Supreme Court
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has appointed Ontario judge Michelle O’Bonsawin to the Supreme Court of Canada, making her the first Indigenous person to sit on the country’s highest bench. A…
News Release: B.C. ending immigration detention arrangement with CBSA, citing human rights
British Columbia is ending an arrangement with Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to hold immigration detainees in provincial correctional centres, saying it doesn’t align with its stance on human rights.…
News release: Supreme Court decides that “Stealthing” constitutes sexual assault
CBC News covered a recent decision by the Supreme Court of Canada in regards to “stealthing.” “Stealthing” refers to the non-consensual removal of, or non-consensual failure to use, a condom…
How to Beat Burglary Charges – Breaking and Entering Criminal Defence
Here on our Legal Wire Blog, we’ve previously covered theft charges, as well as shoplifting charges – one of the most common theft charges. Another common form of theft is…