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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.

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Drug Offences

What is drug possession?

Drug possession is the most common drug-related offence. In order to prove possession, the Crown Prosecutor must prove that the [...]

Domestic Assault

What is Domestic Assault?

Assault is the intentional application of force to another person without their consent. Domestic assault is no different than an [...]

Dangerous Driving

What is dangerous driving?

Dangerous driving is committed when a person operates a motor vehicle, sea-going vessel, aircraft or railroad equipment in a manner [...]

Drug Offences

What is constructive possession of drugs?

Constructive possession of a controlled substance is established where an accused does not have the drugs on him, but did [...]

Sexual Assault

What is consent?

Sexual assault includes all unwanted sexual activity including intercourse, touching, kissing, grabbing and rubbing. These acts are only legal when [...]

DUI (Impaired Driving)

What is Care and Control?

People are often surprised to learn they can be charged with a DUI offence (impaired and/or over 0.08) when they [...]

Assault

What is assault?

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

Bail

What is a surety?

A surety is a person who takes responsibility for an accused person while they are on bail. A surety is [...]

DUI (Impaired Driving)

What is Refusal to Provide a Breath Sample in Alberta?

Just like blowing over 0.08 or driving while impaired, it is a criminal offence to refuse to provide a sample [...]

Peace Bonds

What is a Peace Bond?

A Peace Bond is method of resolution in which the criminal charges are withdrawn and the accused enters into a [...]

DUI (Impaired Driving)

What is a Curative Discharge?

A curative discharge is a form of condition discharge available to individuals charged with impaired driving or driving over 0.08. [...]

Bail

What is a bail hearing?

The right not to be denied reasonable bail without just cause is an essential element of our criminal justice system [...]

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