A peace bond is not a guilty plea. Entering into a peace bond requires an acknowledgment that there has been an apprehension of the breach of the peace and that…

In Canadian law, conspiracy occurs when two or more people form an agreement to commit an offence listed in the Criminal Code. This decision does not have to be recorded…

Criminal harassment is under section 264 of the Canadian Criminal Code. There are 4 types of behaviour that qualify as criminal harassment: Section 264(2)(a) covers the repeated following of the…

The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly impacted the lives of inmates who are incarcerated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Most apparent is the fact that, despite a Provincial Health Order for the…

International Women’s Day is observed on March 8th around the world. It’s a day to celebrate women’s achievements, bring awareness to women’s equality and rights, and recognize opportunities where more…
At Roulston Urquhart Criminal Defence, we believe that a defence lawyer has one of the most important jobs. It is our job to protect the client from the state to…
Did you know that the statement you give to police can be used against you in court and gives the Crown Prosecutor an opportunity to build a case against you?…
Getting charged with a sexual assault can be a terrifying experience if you’re innocent. If the police call you, the first step is to call us immediately. We will walk…
Being arrested can be a frightening and overwhelming experience but always remember, the best thing to do is try to stay calm. Acting out of anger or panic can have…