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…
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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…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEuXdtPtuwQ 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…
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In May 2019, the Supreme Court of Canada decided an important case on police powers and personal property rights. This ruling stems from R v Le, a case about five…
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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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Winning or losing a case against you often comes down to these factors Most people tend to claim that they can operate calmly and with common sense when it comes…
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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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Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench recently struck down a mandatory minimum sentence (MMS). In Charboneau, the accused was convicted under 286.1(2) of the Criminal Code for communicating with a minor…
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In R v Felix, the Alberta Court of Appeal (ABCA) set guidelines for fentanyl trafficking sentencing. The Court found that sentencing for wholesale trafficking fentanyl should start at nine years.…
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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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Canadian jury selection system The Federal Government recently changed the Canadian jury selection system. Through Bill C-75, the government removed peremptory challenges from the jury selection process. This new law…
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