Latest posts by Céline Dostaler (see all)
- The age of consent in Canada is 16 in most instances - May 3, 2024
- Youths can legally use a firearm provided an adult is supervising - April 23, 2024
- What is the offence of sharing intimate pictures online? - April 10, 2024
No one wants to be unfairly accused of any crime but the negative stigma attached to sexual assault charges can easily destroy reputations while tearing apart families and livelihoods. Those caught in this situation are consumed with fear and anger as they face a daunting legal process that can drag on for years, with no guarantee of vindication.
Crimes of sexual violence have received enormous attention in the last decade, with movements such as #metoo and #timesup shining a spotlight on misogyny and sexual abuse. To read more, click here.