There are a lot of things police officers can do. They can arrest you for walking into a convenience store and stealing a chocolate bar. They can stop you on the street and ticket you if you’re speeding. They can even demand you to take a breathalyzer test once you’re pulled over if they think you’ve been drinking.
…Can police stop and arrest you on private property?Read More »
Can police stop and arrest you on private property? Read More »
I don’t know about you, but Covid-19 has really made me realize there are many crazy people out there. First, we saw people protest lockdowns and masks; now we’re seeing people protest vaccines and, as a result, vaccine passports. And it was only going to be a matter of time before we saw people starting to make their own fake vaccine passports.
So for this week’s Weird and Wacky Wednesday, we are going to see how some people were forced to learn the hard way that faking a vaccine passport is an excellent way to get yourself into a lot of trouble. And of course, we have the first date from hell story coming out of Florida, because where else.
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It’s time to address a problem in the Canadian justice system. The current situation with non-conviction records is simply wrong and illogical. It needs to change.
This blog will explore why the current use and availability of non-conviction records disproportionately affects Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) and people with mental illnesses.
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Non-conviction records disproportionately affect minorities Read More »
One of the questions I am asked most frequently by clients who are charged with driving while prohibited is whether they can go to jail for driving while prohibited.
And, depending on the circumstances, a driving while prohibited charge in British Columbia can result in a jail sentence. So it is important to consult with a lawyer and understand whether you are at risk of going to jail, and in what circumstances a jail sentence can be imposed. …
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It’s the 100th edition of Weird and Wacky Wednesdays, and can I just say… I can’t believe I have been doing this for that long. You know, this series started as a joke about something silly at the time and now it has grown into one hundred weeks of entertainment and, well, jokes.
First, we look at a case out of Quebec featuring a fantastic high-stakes bet that went awry. Then, we head to Florida for a Florida man that had the worst excuse to explain why there were firearms in his vehicle. And we look at the case of a Florida woman who used an unlikely weapon in an assault on her partner.
Follow the jump to read more of the weirdest and wackiest legal cases from around the globe! …
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Right now, the BC Provincial Court is looking at options that will allow it to expand the current services it is offering while maintaining a safe environment for court staff, lawyers, judges, and the public. Committees have been formed and are meeting to discuss some options available.
And, as usual, no one asked me! I jest, as there would be no reason for anyone to ask me to join any committee. But as a lawyer who represents only a specific type of case, and deals with the vast majority of driving offences in the province, I thought I would share my thoughts from my specific perspective publicly.
As someone with a non-legal aid and mostly-driving practice, I also had some suggestions unique to these types of files because they touch on different areas than are covered by the people who are committee members.
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Reopening Provincial Court While Maintaining Social Distancing Read More »
For the 99th edition of Weird and Wacky Wednesdays, we look at three fascinating legal cases.
First, we look at a legal case involving a shooting that actually resulted in a medical first! Then, we examine one way that won’t fool the police into refusing to act on your outstanding felony warrants. Finally, we look at why some people probably shouldn’t take their social media so seriously.
Follow the jump to learn more about this week’s roundup of the weirdest and wackiest legal cases from around the globe! …
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A recent decision released from the BC Supreme Court exposes what is clearly an absurdity in BC’s distracted driving legislation.
As I have said numerous times, the distracted driving legislation in British Columbia is not connected to common sense or rational thinking. It is a series of prohibitions on certain acts, many of which do not pose a danger to the public, while permitting acts that may objectively be more dangerous.
This recent case highlights how poorly-crafted the legislation truly is. …
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BC Supreme Court Case Exposes Absurdity in Distracted Driving Laws Read More »
This week on Weird and Wacky Wednesdays, we look at how comfortable we have become with working from home… and in some cases, a little too comfortable. Then, we examine the most extreme way you can protest a store’s request that you wear a mask inside. Finally, we look at what not to do if you’re wanting a COVID-19 test.
Follow the jump to read more about this week’s weirdest and wackiest legal cases from around the world! …
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With recent news reports of individuals licking deodorant in stores, or spitting on elevator buttons or coughing in the face of police, many people have asked me about what criminal consequences these individuals can face.
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Is Coughing On Someone An Assault? What Criminal Charges Apply for COVID Spreaders?Read More »
Is Coughing On Someone An Assault? What Criminal Charges Apply for COVID Spreaders? Read More »
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