Sometimes a person will come to my office and say, “I’ve been charged with a crime and I just want to plead guilty and get this over with."

Once you make it past your first appearance as a self-represented defendant the next step is to prepare for the actual trial.

Those facing a criminal crime can represent themselves at trial. I offer advice to people about how to do that, while pointing out areas where the guidance of a lawyer might make a real difference in the judicial outcome.

With the holiday season approaching, it’s a good time to remind the public of the revised laws on impaired driving, says Ottawa criminal lawyer Céline Dostaler. 

With the holiday season underway, so too are the holiday RIDE Program checkpoints. Each year, law enforcement agencies across Ottawa and throughout Ontario set up checkpoints in an effort to curtail impaired driving from both alcohol and drugs.

According to the Outaouais police force, the lack of drug recognition officers could cause logistical problems.
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Here I will explain the are key differences between paralegals and criminal defence lawyers in Ottawa. It is essential to understand these differences so you can make wise decisions in regards to the counsel

Turned allegations of sexual assault (from groping to rape) into a crime before the accused have had the opportunity to defend themselves in court.

The federal government is working hard to legalize marijuana. The Liberal Government had announced the legalization of cannabis would be finalized on Canada Day 2018, but this date still has not been confirmed.

When the police lay criminal charges of sexual assault, it’s like the world turns against the accused. Even if you are innocent until proven guilty, a charge of sexual assault is made public