Charter Rights
The Statute of Limitations for Criminal Offences in Canada
The statute of limitations is a legal principle that sets a time limit for which criminal charges can be filed for a specific offence since the date which the alleged offence occurred. In Canada, unlike the United States, there is no statute of limitations that prevents the prosecution of many serious criminal charges at any time after the crime occurs. Anyone can contact the ...
Hate Propaganda Laws in Canada Explained
What is a hate propaganda charge? A hate propaganda charge is covered under s. 318 of the Criminal Code found in Part VIII. Part VIII covers “Offences Against the Person and Reputation.” A hate propaganda charge occurs when a person advocates or promotes genocide. Genocide is defined as the act of killing members of an identifiable group or of deliberately inflicting conditions on ...
Sedition Laws in Canada
What is a charge of Sedition? Sedition is covered under 61 of the Criminal Code of Canada. Sedition occurs when a person commits an act that involves attempting to overthrow the government or encouraging others to do so, by use of force, violence, or unlawful means. Sedition is a straight indictable offence. Examples Some examples of a charge of Sedition may include the following: ...
High Treason Laws in Canada
High Treason is covered under 61 of the Criminal Code of Canada. High treason occurs when a person commits an act that involves attempting to overthrow the government or encouraging others to do so, by use of force, violence, or unlawful means. High treason is a straight indictable offence. Examples Some examples of a charge of high treason may include the following: Leaking or ...
Talking to the Police in Canada: Know Your Rights
In Canada, when interacting with the police, you have the right to remain silent, the right to legal representation, and the right to be informed of the reason for your arrest. You also have the right to refuse a search without a warrant, and the right to be treated without discrimination. It's important to remain calm and respectful, as anything you say may be used ...
Police Trespassing: Charter Rights and Private Property
As you may know, ‘Charter rights’ refer to the rights and protections you are guaranteed under Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms. In criminal law, the most important Charter rights are found in sections 7 to 14, collectively called your ‘legal rights.’ They are called legal rights because they apply specifically to legal proceedings and interactions with the police. One of these Charter rights, ...
