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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Verbal Assault Laws in BC
In Canada, the term “verbal assault” is not specifically used in criminal law. However, certain forms of verbal aggression can be considered criminal offenses under different sections of the Criminal…
Can You Get a DUI for Sleeping in Your Car in BC?
In British Columbia, you can indeed be charged with a DUI for sleeping in your car. DUI charges are not as straightforward as they may initially seem. You can be…
Domestic Assault Charges in BC
In British Columbia, domestic assault refers to any form of physical or sexual violence, threats, or abusive behavior that occurs within an intimate or family relationship. The relationship can be…
A Guide to Breaking and Entering Charges
In British Columbia, the offense of breaking and entering is covered under the Criminal Code of Canada. Breaking and entering refers to the unlawful entry into a place with the…
Rob Dhanu: A Legal Voice in the Midst of B.C.’s Bail Reform Debate
Introduction: A Legal Expert’s Perspective on Bail Reform Rob Dhanu (KC), a seasoned criminal defense lawyer and former federal Crown prosecutor, has emerged as a prominent voice in the ongoing…
Exclusion of Evidence Leads to Acquittal in Drug Trafficking Case
Criminal Defence Lawyer Rob Dhanu recently represented Mr. Zacharias who was facing charges of drug trafficking after being caught with cocaine in his vehicle and his residence searched. However, the…
Analysis of Factors in the Sentencing of Shane Travis Hughes for the Manslaughter of Christine May Denham
The case of Shane Travis Hughes, who committed manslaughter with a firearm resulting in the death of his partner, Christine May Denham, was analyzed for an appropriate sentence. The Crown…
Are Magic Mushrooms Legal in BC?
Well before BC passed massive drug decriminalization legislation earlier this year, magic mushrooms were relatively easy to find in our home province. Which is strange, considering they’re still illegal in…
How Serious are Weapons Offences in BC?
Weapons offences are taken very seriously in British Columbia (BC), as they are in most jurisdictions. The possession, use, or trafficking of weapons without proper authorization can lead to severe…