Currently section 253(1) of the Criminal Code prohibits driving under the influence of any drug including marijuana. Penalties for drug impaired driving range from a $1000 fine to 120 days in jail. Currently roadside police rely mostly on general observations of an individuals mental state, appearance and the presence of any smell of marijuana to …
The right to trial within a reasonable time has long been enshrined in section 11(b) of the Charter. What the Courts considered to be reasonable was always subject to the circumstances of the matter, varying from case to case. The SCC’s recent decision in R v. Jordan, [2016] 1 SCR 631, however, has completely changed …
If you are looking to hire the best criminal lawyer in Surrey for your case, you need to make sure to hire a skilled and experienced criminal defence lawyer who is familiar with the laws of evidence. It is often said that the outcome of a trial depends on the specific facts of each case. It is …
If jail time is served following a conviction on criminal charges there are a number of losses you may experience – the most obvious one being a loss of personal freedom. Jail time can also mean a loss of income during that period, as well as the lost opportunity to develop in your personal and …
Vancouver criminal lawyer, Michael Shapray of Stern Albert Shapray is interviewed about the impact of the OJ Simpson trial on the way the media deals with criminal cases.
Vancouver Criminal Lawyer, Michael Shapray of Stern Albert Shapray, Surrey Criminal Lawyers, speaks on News1130 about the recent spate of animal cruelty cases in the Lower Mainland.
Diversion is a process in our justice system which recognizes that people make mistakes and, depending on the circumstances, deserve a second chance. When someone is charged with a criminal offence, they have often simply fallen into difficult times, had a momentary lapse of judgement, or acted on impulsiveness. Diversion gives these people a chance to turn …
Canadian Prostitution Laws Vancouver Criminal Lawyer, Michael Shapray of Stern Albert Shapray, Surrey Criminal Lawyers, speaks on News1130 about Canadian Prostitution Laws – the background and the effect of the Conservative Government’s new legislation. Given the large volume of explicit ads for sexual services found in Lower Mainland print publications, many people in Surrey, Vancouver and …
Given the large volume of explicit ads for sexual services found in Lower Mainland print publications, many people in Surrey, Vancouver and other cities wonder whether prostitution is legal in Canada. If you are reading this before December 6th, 2014, paying for sex in Canada with someone over 18 years of age is not a …
Presumption of Innocence If you have ever watched an episode of Law and Order or read a John Grisham novel, you are likely reasonably familiar with the phrase “innocent until proven guilty”. The presumption of innocence is an intrinsic part of our criminal justice system for all criminal cases, from simple criminal mischief charges, assault …
