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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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Driving While Disqualified
How Can I Get My Driving While Disqualified Charges Dropped?

How can I get my driving while disqualified charges dropped?

Driving while disqualified is a serious offence in Canada, as set out in Section 259 of the Criminal Code. If [...]
Driving While Disqualified
What are the Different Types of Prison Sentences?

What is driving while disqualified?

Driving while disqualified is operating a motor vehicle (or vessel or aircraft) while a previous disqualification order remains in place. [...]
DUI (Impaired Driving)
Can I Travel Outside of Canada with a DUI?

Can I Travel Outside of Canada with a DUI?

The good news is that if you are convicted of impaired driving, driving over 0.08 or a refusal, all commonly [...]
Bail
How Can I Bail Someone Out of Jail?

How Can I Bail Someone Out of Jail?

The terms of a release order can be changed in accordance with section 523(2) of the Criminal Code. Often, purposed [...]
Peace Bonds
How Can I Remove a Peace Bond?

How Can I Remove a Peace Bond?

Do you have a peace bond ordered against you by a criminal court? You should not hesitate to discuss your [...]
DUI (Impaired Driving)
new impaired driving laws in Canada

What are the new impaired driving laws in Canada?

On December 18, 2018, the federal government dramatically changed impaired driving laws across the country by repealing the old law [...]
DUI (Impaired Driving)
Will a DUI Charge Affect My Employment Status?

Will a DUI Charge Affect My Employment Status?

Being charged with impaired driving, driving over .08 or refusing to provide a sample of breath, all commonly known as [...]
Hiring A Defence Lawyer
What is the Right to Counsel?

What is the Right to Counsel?

The right to counsel upon arrest is a constitutionally protected right under section 10(b) of the Canadian Charter of Rights [...]
DUI (Impaired Driving), Hiring A Defence Lawyer
How much does a DUI lawyer cost?

How much does a DUI lawyer cost?

If you have been charged with impaired driving, driving over 0.08 or refusing to provide a sample of breath, all [...]
DUI (Impaired Driving)
How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Record?

How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Record?

Criminal records stay with you for life. If you are convicted of impaired driving, driving over 0.08 or refusing to [...]
Criminal Appeals
Can the Crown Prosecutor appeal the verdict or sentence?

Can the Crown Prosecutor appeal the verdict or sentence?

The Crown Prosecutor has the right to appeal both a verdict of not guilty and sentence. If the Crown decides [...]
Arrest Warrants
Can I travel if there is a warrant for my arrest

Can I travel if there is a warrant for my arrest?

If there is a warrant for your arrest, you want to deal with it as quickly as possible. Depending on [...]
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