Search Results for: dostaler

‘Shortage of judges harms the judicial process,’ says Dostaler

/ Criminal Law /
LegalMattersCanada
LegalMattersCanada
blogcorpcanada@gmail.com
LegalMattersCanada
Latest posts by LegalMattersCanada (see all)

By LegalMatters Staff • The federal government’s slow pace in making judicial appointments is saving taxpayers millions of dollars, a Law360 article notes. It explains it took on average more than eight months to appoint judges to fill 349 superior court vacancies. “As a result, we estimate the Canadian justice system was deprived of – […]

‘Shortage of judges harms the judicial process,’ says Dostaler Read More »

All inmates deserve a ‘ray of hope,’ even Paul Bernardo: Dostaler

/ Criminal Law /
LegalMattersCanada
LegalMattersCanada
blogcorpcanada@gmail.com
LegalMattersCanada
Latest posts by LegalMattersCanada (see all)

By LegalMatters Staff • There was widespread outrage in June when the public learned that schoolgirl-killer Paul Bernardo had been transferred to a medium-security prison in Quebec.  The reasons behind that decision have not been made public, and the move is being reviewed by Corrections Canada. Bernardo was given a life sentence with no parole

All inmates deserve a ‘ray of hope,’ even Paul Bernardo: Dostaler Read More »

Celine Dostaler

/
blogcorpcanada
blogcorpcanada
Law Firm
emailaddress@gmail.com
415-429-4242
blogcorpcanada
Latest posts by blogcorpcanada (see all)

    Céline Dostaler FIRM: Céline Dostaler Criminal Defence Lawyer POSITION: Principal AREAS OF PRACTICE: Impaired driving, assault, sexual assault, domestic assault, drug offences, white-collar crime, obstruct police, search and seizure, weapons possession, homicide, fraud, shoplifting, mischief, bail hearings and review, young offender PHONE: (613) 695-8595 or (613) 863-8595 EMAIL: celine@celinedostaler.ca Céline defends all criminal charges, including

    Celine Dostaler Read More »

    Stiff penalties given for driving under the influence of drugs

    / Criminal Law /
    Céline Dostaler
    Céline Dostaler
    Principal at Céline Dostaler Criminal Defence Lawyer
    celine@celinedostaler.ca
    (613) 695-8595
    Cell (613) 863-8595 (24/7)
    Céline Dostaler
    Latest posts by Céline Dostaler (see all)

    By LegalMatters Staff • Some people may believe they can drive after consuming cannabis or some other drug. They are risking losing their licence and they could be fined or jailed. That is because the Criminal Code states that it is an offence to operate a “conveyance while the person’s ability … is impaired to

    Stiff penalties given for driving under the influence of drugs Read More »

    The age of consent in Canada is 16 in most instances

    / Criminal Law /
    Céline Dostaler
    Céline Dostaler
    Principal at Céline Dostaler Criminal Defence Lawyer
    celine@celinedostaler.ca
    (613) 695-8595
    Cell (613) 863-8595 (24/7)
    Céline Dostaler
    Latest posts by Céline Dostaler (see all)

    By LegalMatters Staff • Generally speaking, the age of consent in Canada is sixteen. That is when a young person can legally agree to sexual activity, ranging from kissing and fondling to sexual intercourse. But there are some exceptions when it comes to consent. “Sexual activity without consent is a criminal offence, regardless of age,”

    The age of consent in Canada is 16 in most instances Read More »

    Youths can legally use a firearm provided an adult is supervising

    / Criminal Law /
    Céline Dostaler
    Céline Dostaler
    Principal at Céline Dostaler Criminal Defence Lawyer
    celine@celinedostaler.ca
    (613) 695-8595
    Cell (613) 863-8595 (24/7)
    Céline Dostaler
    Latest posts by Céline Dostaler (see all)

    By LegalMatters Staff • The legal age for firearm ownership across Canada is eighteen, even in situations where a shotgun or rifle is given as a gift or as part of an inheritance. But there is more flexibility in the law when it comes to using firearms for sport shooting. “Those under 18 can fire

    Youths can legally use a firearm provided an adult is supervising Read More »

    What is the offence of sharing intimate pictures online?

    / Criminal Law /
    Céline Dostaler
    Céline Dostaler
    Principal at Céline Dostaler Criminal Defence Lawyer
    celine@celinedostaler.ca
    (613) 695-8595
    Cell (613) 863-8595 (24/7)
    Céline Dostaler
    Latest posts by Céline Dostaler (see all)

    By LegalMatters Staff • Two common reasons for the non-consensual distribution of intimate images are revenge porn and cyberbullying, though some people may not know what those terms mean. “Revenge porn describes the act of receiving an intimate image or video from someone and then distributing it without their consent,” says Ottawa criminal lawyer Céline

    What is the offence of sharing intimate pictures online? Read More »

    The rules about legally transporting a firearm in Canada

    / Criminal Law /
    LegalMattersCanada
    LegalMattersCanada
    blogcorpcanada@gmail.com
    LegalMattersCanada
    Latest posts by LegalMattersCanada (see all)

    By LegalMatters Staff • There are strict regulations that Canadians must follow if they are transporting a firearm to a range or wilderness area in an automobile. The steps involved depend on its classification, with most rifles and shotguns falling into the non-restricted weapon category. “According to the Firearms Act, these weapons must be unloaded

    The rules about legally transporting a firearm in Canada Read More »

    What are the penalties for using a firearm when committing a crime?

    / Criminal Law /
    LegalMattersCanada
    LegalMattersCanada
    blogcorpcanada@gmail.com
    LegalMattersCanada
    Latest posts by LegalMattersCanada (see all)

    By LegalMatters Staff • If you carry a firearm while committing a criminal offence that will be considered an aggravating factor when it comes to sentencing. The possession of a firearm during a crime is punishable by a maximum 14-year prison sentence and it does not matter if no one was harmed or if the

    What are the penalties for using a firearm when committing a crime? Read More »

    Colourful rolling paper, other drug paraphernalia are legal in Canada

    / Criminal Law /
    LegalMattersCanada
    LegalMattersCanada
    blogcorpcanada@gmail.com
    LegalMattersCanada
    Latest posts by LegalMattersCanada (see all)

    By LegalMatters Staff • Specialty stores known as head shops openly sell drug paraphernalia including rolling papers and water pipes used to smoke cannabis, crack and other drugs. Some have colourful logos, celebrity images or designs such as smiley faces. These businesses operate legally across Canada, but there are limitations, says Ottawa criminal lawyer Céline

    Colourful rolling paper, other drug paraphernalia are legal in Canada Read More »