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Sexual Assault

Consent, Capacity, and Circumstance: The Supreme Court Rules on Mens Rea in the Absence of Memory
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Criminal Law

Justice Is Not Frozen in Time: SCC Confirms Modern Sentences for Historical Crimes
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Criminal Law

Exploring the Protect Ontario Through Safer Streets and Stronger Communities Act, 2025 (Bill 10)
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Firearms & Gun Offences

Ontario Court of Appeal and Supreme Court of Canada Clarify the Definition of a Firearm
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Fraud

Fraud in Ontario: An Overview
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Criminal Law

Top 5 Frequently Asked Questions About Criminal Records
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Criminal Law

Just Don’t Make It Worse: 5 Things Not to Do When Facing Criminal Charges
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Courts & Trials

The Puck Stops Here: Mistrial in Hockey Sex Assault Case
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Criminal Law

The Art of the Plea Deal: A Primer on Plea Bargaining
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Drug Offences

Focus on Fentanyl: Examining Canada’s Response to U.S. Tariffs