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April 5, 2026
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Understanding Age of Consent Laws in Alberta
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Age of consent laws are governed by the Criminal Code of Canada which means they are applied consistently across Canada….

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March 30, 2026
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Three Stages, Three Different Legal Realities: How A Complaint Becomes A Charge
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Most people who contact a criminal lawyer have already made one costly assumption: that being reported to police is the…

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March 30, 2026
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Ordinary Bail vs. Reverse Onus Bail: What Bill C-48 Changed, And Why It Matters
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There is a version of bail law most people are familiar with — the Crown presents its case for detention,…

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March 30, 2026
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Four Moments That Decide Whether A Phone Search Holds Up In Court
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Phone search cases are rarely about what police found. They are almost always about the four decision points that led…

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March 30, 2026
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The Casual Conversation That Becomes Evidence: Why Talking To Police Is Rarely Neutral
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It rarely starts with a formal interview. It starts with a phone call, a knock at the door, or an…

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March 2, 2026
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Understanding Immediate Roadside Sanctions Alberta
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The province of Alberta utilizes Immediate Roadside Sanctions (IRS) for individuals believed to be operating a motor vehicle while their…

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March 2, 2026
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Social Media: Can I Be Charged Criminally for What I Say Online?
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In the digital age, many Albertans mistakenly believe that the internet is a “wild west” where the rules of the…

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March 2, 2026
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Understanding Self-Defence Laws in Alberta
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In the heat of a dangerous moment, your primary instinct is to protect yourself or your loved ones. However, once…

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February 27, 2026
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Conditional Discharge vs. Absolute Discharge: Understanding Your Options in Alberta
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When facing criminal charges in Alberta, one of the goals is often to avoid a criminal record. A conditional discharge…

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December 15, 2025
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Your Right to Be Tried Within a Reasonable Time
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If you have been charged with a criminal offence in Canada, one of your most important constitutional protections is the…

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December 2, 2025
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Can AI Help Me Understand the Law?
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Artificial intelligence tools are becoming more common, and many people now turn to AI to help them understand legal concepts….

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November 19, 2025
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What Should I Do When Police Pull Me Over?
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Being pulled over by police can be stressful, even if you have done nothing wrong. Many drivers are unsure of…

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