Principal at Céline Dostaler Criminal Defence Lawyer
Latest posts by Céline Dostaler (see all)
- Truckers’ protest and cybercrimes highlighted the year in criminal law - January 5, 2023
- Third-party records ruling by the SCC is disappointing - November 18, 2022
- Canada may soon prosecute crimes on the moon - November 4, 2022
The responsibility for justice in Canada is split between the federal and provincial governments. The federal government appoints and pays judges of the superior (upper-level) courts in the provinces. Parliament is also responsible for the Supreme Court of Canada, the Federal Court, the Federal Court of Appeal and the Tax Court. Federal authority for criminal law is meant to ensure a consistent approach to criminal behaviour across the country. To read more, click here.
