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Toss out Ottawa teen’s lengthy case over fake 911 calls, Joshua Clarke to Argue

Jan 25, 2017 | Articles, Criminal Defence, In the Media

In the case of the 18-year-old teen accused of calling in fake emergencies, Ottawa lawyer Joshua Clarke is set to argue his client’s constitutional rights to a speedy trial have been violated. The accused, who was 16 years old at the time of arrest, is now 18...
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What Is the Difference Between Joyriding and Motor Vehicle Theft?

Oct 3, 2016 | Articles, Criminal Defence

When it comes to taking or stealing a vehicle, there are two types of “theft” in the Canadian Criminal Code. A “joyride”, which is not named as such in the Criminal Code and is a slang term, is when someone takes a vehicle such as a car or a boat and uses it without...
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Who is Considered a Youth in the Criminal Justice System?

Sep 23, 2016 | Articles, Criminal Defence, Uncategorised

There may be a fair amount of misconception out there when it comes to youth crimes and how old you have to be before you are charged as a youth or charged as an adult. Part of that has to do with the fact that the laws have changed a few times in recent years: once...
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Can Serving the Wrong Food to Someone With a Food Allergy Get Me Into Legal Trouble?

Aug 10, 2016 | Articles, Criminal Defence, In the Media

There’s an unusual case that’s been all over the media recently about a Quebec waiter who served the wrong food to someone with a food allergy. Police have recommended a charge of criminal negligence be brought forth against the waiter. Is simply making a mistake when...
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Common Myths and Misconceptions of the Insanity Defence

Apr 15, 2016 | Articles, Criminal Defence

Due to a few high profile cases, most people are at least somewhat aware of the basics of the insanity defence. In general, the insanity defence refers to a plea that the defendant is not criminally responsible because they lacked the mental clarity or capacity to...
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