What is Canada’s Emergencies Act?
On Feb. 14, 2022, the federal government invoked the Emergencies Act for the first time since its passing in 1988.
What powers do police have at protests?
After allowing the truckers' protest to block traffic in downtown Ottawa for three weeks, police moved in, arresting more than 100 people and towing dozens of vehicles.
Where am I allowed to protest?
The right to protest is one of the four fundamental freedoms included in Section 2 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
What charges can I face for being in a protest?
By the time police cleared the truckers’ protest in downtown Ottawa in February, more than 100 people were facing charges.
Does the Charter give me the right to protest?
A democratic nation should not fear protests from citizens.
What is the public’s role in our justice system?
Judges and lawyers are key players when a case goes to trial. But there is an equally important group of people who take part in each case and they are the members of the public.
What is the Youth Criminal Justice Act?
The Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) applies to youth who are at least 12 but under 18 years old, alleged to have committed criminal offences.
How are Canadian courts organized?
As a criminal lawyer who has been practising for more than a decade, I regularly appear in courtrooms in Ottawa, L’Orignal, Brockville, Perth and Pembroke, defending clients against a wide array of charges including assault, impaired driving, sex offences and fraud.
What powers does the Charter grant Canadians?
In essence, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms protects people from government overreach.
What are the alternatives to going to court?
Going to court is one way to settle a dispute but it is certainly not the only avenue.
