When it comes to sexual assault charges - What if the complainant consumes alcohol and/or drugs, and becomes too intoxicated to consent? How does a judge assess whether she consented…
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In R v Goldfinch, The Supreme Court re-examined Canadian rape shield laws. The Court provided examples of when a victim’s prior sexual activity was admissible. History of Canadian Rape Shield…
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Sexual Assault The law surrounding sexual assault has evolved in recent decades. In R v R.V., the Supreme Court further developed the rules on cross-examining complainants of sexual assault. Canadian…
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When you should Ask about Age? The issue of mistaken belief about an individual’s age as it relates to sexual offences against minors has been readily debated, and not just…
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