Spanking Your Kids, How Far Is Too Far?
Is it legal to spank your child in Canada? The law in Canada recognizes some situations exist where a parent or legal guardian may use reasonable force on a child.
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The Domestic Violence Process and Immediate Consequences: Part 4
A peace bond is not offered in every case where a charge for simple assault has been laid. There are unfortunately some crown prosecutors who will not offer a peace bond in some circumstances.
COVID19 and the Justice System
The current COVID-19 (aka – the 2019 novel coronavirus) pandemic is affecting the world in many ways. This blog will address how the Justice System and the Courts in Alberta have responded to the pandemic.
The Domestic Violence Process and Immediate Consequences: Part 3
COVID 19 and Release Conditions
Unfortunately, the entire world is in a state of emergency. Prior to Covid – 19, your first court appearance was generally only a week or two from when you were initially charged. This is no longer the case.
The Domestic Violence Process and Immediate Consequences: Part 2
There are a number of different ways you can be charged. Often times, if the assault occurs in the domestic home and the police are called, the individual accused of the assault will be charged upon police arrival.
The Domestic Violence Process and Immediate Consequences: Part 1
Domestic violence charges are on the rise in Alberta and North America. This is in part due to the #METOO movement and the fear of police scrutiny from the general public if they do not charge anyone and everyone with an assault after a complaint is made.
Immediate Roadside Sanctions (IRS); Alberta Administrative License Suspension (AALS) and the Future of Impaired Driving in Alberta
The Province of Alberta currently has a two-part system to deal with impaired drivers. The first part of the system involves Administrative License Suspensions (AALS) and Immediate Roadside Sanctions (IRS) under the Provincially governed and legislated Traffic Safety Act.
Adding prosecutor puts teeth in Alberta farm protest proposal
Proposed legislation to address protesters who trespass on Alberta farms and agricultural land sends a strong message that if you break the law, you’ll pay the price, says Calgary criminal lawyer Greg Dunn.
Stigma of criminal activity lingers
A criminal conviction brings an element of social stigma to those involved, but when information can live forever online, even being charged can affect your reputation indefinitely, says Calgary criminal lawyer Greg Dunn.
Situation dictates reasonable force in defending property
When determining what kind of force can be used to defend your property, the circumstances dictate what is considered appropriate, says Calgary criminal lawyer Greg Dunn.
Fully staffed prosecution only ‘one-third of the solution’
The addition of more prosecutors is good news for Alberta, and will provide help with the increased caseload facing the province’s criminal justice system, says Calgary criminal lawyer Greg Dunn.
Liberals misleading public with 'assault-style' firearms
The latest gun control statements from the federal minister investigating ways to curb organized crime are nothing more than “political rhetoric designed to install fear in urban Canadians,” says Calgary criminal lawyer Greg Dunn.
Gun debate typifies historic tension between freedom, safety
“Anecdotally, legal restrictions on gun ownership do not deter criminals from utilizing a firearm in the commission of an offence,” says Dunn.
Abandoning justice triage system not advisable
It would be a mistake to scrap the triage policy that directs Alberta prosecutors to abandon lesser criminal cases in favour of more serious files.
Access to breathalyzer logs critical to the defence
“We live in an era in which the criminal justice system place enormous faith in the accuracy and appropriate functions of these instruments,” says Dunn.
SCC to examine Charter protection in firearms, drug case
A dissenting Ontario Court of Appeal judge may have broken new ground in defining the privacy rights of citizens outside their homes.
Appeal court ruling on plea arrangements a ‘game changer'
“If we don't have deference afforded to counsel in bringing joint submissions before the court, then you undermine the purpose of joint submissions, which is certainty.”
Alberta wildlife officers exceed powers of search and seizure
Recent withdrawal of hunting charges against Greg Dunn's client illustrates the prevalence of unconstitutional stops and seizures by wildlife officials in Alberta.
Decriminalization of impaired driving a ‘road to tyranny’
BC is wishing to reduce the costs of impaired-driving enforcement, devised a provincial administrative system in 2010 whereby individuals who were stopped for drunk driving would not be charged criminally
Cities aiming to restrict firearms open door to legal challenges
Calgary criminal lawyer Greg Dunn tells Vice while a municipality or province can't control firearm ownership, they can make it difficult to accommodate gun owners and vendors.
Former groundskeeper acquitted of sexually assaulting Halifax woman
Following a lengthy trial earlier this year, a provincial court judge found him not guilty of all three counts Friday.
Decisions provide guidance on use of reasonable force
Recent jury decisions have given homeowners increased clarity over when and how much force they can use when faced with an intruder in a threatening situation.
Can I Avoid a Criminal Record?
If you have been accused of a crime, a criminal record is a possibility. While criminal records are not publicly viewable, they can have negative effects on your future. You may be barred from traveling to certain countries, depending on the outcome of your criminal case.
Which Criminal Lawyer Will Best Defend Me?
If you are charged with a criminal offence under Canada's Criminal Code or Calgary's local and provincial laws, quality legal representation is incredibly important. What happens during your case can affect your life for years to come.
Theft under $5000 & Charges
What to Do When Charged with Theft Under $5000 in Calgary, Alberta. Charges of this sort of theft are common; roughly 50,00 people in Canada are charged with theft under $5000 each year.
