How to Remove a DUI from Your Criminal Record
In Canada, removing a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) conviction or any other criminal offense from your record is achieved through a record suspension, formerly known as a pardon. While…
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Everything You Need to Know about Drug Decriminalization in BC
The Canadian province of British Columbia has announced that it will decriminalize the possession of certain illegal drugs for personal use as part of its fight against the ongoing drug…
Can You Be Charged with Assault without Touching Someone?
Most people think they would be able to identify assault if they saw it, and sure, many instances of assault are clear-cut. But did you know that you can be…
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…
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…
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…
How Bad is a Theft Charge in BC?
What is the charge for theft in Canada? So you got caught taking something that wasn’t exactly your’s. Now you may be looking at a theft charge on your permanent…