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Being accused of a criminal offence is a frightening and stressful experience. In order to properly defend yourself, you must understand your rights, court procedures and legal terminology. Here you will find a collection of frequently asked questions that may assist you in deciding how to best approach your case. The information provided is not intended to substitute legal advice.

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What to Expect at Your First Court Appearance on an Assault or Violent Offence

What to Expect at Your First Assault or Violent Offence Court Appearance in Alberta?

The call came, or the officer handed you a document before you left the station, and now you have a [...]

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Will a Bar Fight Assault Charge Give Me a Criminal Record If It Is My First Offence

Will a Bar Fight Assault Charge Give Me a Criminal Record If It Is My First Offence in Alberta?

The night started as a disagreement, escalated faster than you expected, and now you have a court date and a [...]

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How Does Alcohol Intoxication Affect an Assault Defence in Alberta?

Assault is one of the most common charges to come before Calgary courts, and alcohol intoxication is often a factor [...]

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How Prior Convictions for Assault and Violence Affect Sentencing

How Prior Convictions for Assault and Violence Affect Sentencing

Charges for assault or violent crimes in Alberta are serious matters—even more so if the defendant has prior convictions for [...]

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What’s the Difference Between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Degree Murder

What’s the Difference Between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Degree Murder?

Homicide offences are the most serious criminal cases under Canadian criminal law, especially those that result in murder charges. The [...]

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Are Batons Legal in Canada

Are Batons Legal in Alberta?

It’s not only firearms and blades that are classified as prohibited weapons in Alberta. Batons are among several other types [...]

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What are the Self-Defence Laws in Alberta?

What are the Self-Defence Laws in Alberta?

The use of force, including deadly force, if necessary, can legally protect individuals from harm in certain circumstances. [...]
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Can I Defend My Property in Alberta?

Can I Defend My Property in Alberta?

Section 34 of the code states that an individual is not criminally responsible for an act committed in self-defence or [...]
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What is Considered Self-Defence?

What is Considered Self-Defence?

For charges that involve violent offences, self-defence is often used as the main argument for the defendant. But what is [...]

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What is assault?

What is assault?

A person commits and assault when: Without the consent of another person, applies force intentionally to that person directly or [...]

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