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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

If you have been charged with a criminal offence, you need an experienced and highly-skilled defence lawyer by your side.

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Assault
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 [...]

Assault
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 [...]

Sexual Assault
What Should I Do Immediately After Being Falsely Accused of Sexual Assault

What Should I Do Immediately After Being Falsely Accused of Sexual Assault in Alberta?

Being falsely accused of sexual assault can turn your life upside down in a matter of hours. In Calgary and [...]

Assault
Alcohol-Intoxication-Affect-an-Assault-Defence-in-Alberta

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 [...]

Alternative Measures Program (AMP)
Alberta Teenager Diversion Instead of Criminal Conviction explained by Cory Wilson.

Can My Teenager Get Diversion Instead of a Criminal Conviction in Alberta?

Parents of teenagers charged with criminal offences may be wondering, “Can we avoid a criminal conviction and a criminal record?” [...]

Criminal Harassment
Can I Be Charged with Criminal Harassment for Repeatedly Texting My Ex

Can I Be Charged with Criminal Harassment for Repeatedly Texting My Ex in Alberta?

Breakups in Calgary rarely happen cleanly. One person wants space, the other wants answers, and a few unanswered texts turn [...]

Arrest Warrants
Outstanding Warrant in Alberta If You Live in Another Province

How Do You Deal With an Outstanding Warrant in Alberta If You Live in Another Province?

Ignoring an arrest warrant anywhere in Canada is risky and can lead to serious consequences. Warrants do not “expire” and [...]

Child Luring
My Internet Search History Affect a Child Luring Case in Alberta

How Does My Internet Search History Affect a Child Luring Case in Alberta?

The offence of child luring, under Section 172.1 of the Criminal Code of Canada, is a serious crime that can [...]

DUI (Impaired Driving)
Do I Need a Lawyer for My First DUI in Alberta If I Blew Just Over the Limit?

Do I Need a Lawyer for My 1st DUI in Alberta If I Blew Just Over the Limit?

There is a popular misconception that if you are pulled over and blow just over the limit on a first-time [...]

Theft
Will I Get a Criminal Record for Shoplifting If It is My First Offence?

Will I Get a Criminal Record for Shoplifting If It is My First Offence in Alberta?

People accused of shoplifting are often more worried about the prospect of a criminal record and its long-term consequences than [...]

Criminal Court Procedure, Legal Terminology
What is the Difference Between the Provincial Court and the Court of King’s Bench?

What is the Difference Between the Provincial Court and the Court of King’s Bench?

Alberta’s court structure includes three levels: the Provincial Court, the Court of King’s Bench, and the Court of Appeal. However, [...]

Peace Bonds
What Happens After a Peace Bond Expires?

What Happens After a Peace Bond Expires?

A peace bond is a court order issued under the Criminal Code of Canada, usually requiring a person accused of [...]

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