Criminal Law

The Criminal Code has defined assault in such a manner that any physical contact without consent is enough to satisfy charges against you. This makes

The offence of extortion has a broad definition and can cover a wide range of conduct. Section 346(1) of the Criminal Code states, Every one

The offence of mischief is found under section 430 of the Criminal Code. Mischief refers to the intentional damage or interference with someone’s property or

Breaking and entering is an offence when someone breaks and enters into a place with the intent to commit an indictable offence whether or not

There are a wide range of firearm and weapon offences in the Criminal Code. These offences begin at section 85 and end at section 117.15(1).

Theft occurs when someone intentionally takes something that does not belong to them and does so without the consent of the rightful owner. This includes

Uttering threats can be found under section 264.1(1) of the Criminal Code. A charge of uttering threats can be made out verbally when the perpetrator

Robbery is defined under section 343 of the Criminal Code.  Section 343 reads as follows: Every one commits robbery who steals, and for the purpose

Drug offences can be found under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) and are prosecuted by the Federal Crown rather than the Provincial Crown.

Most people tend to associate a sexual assault charge with rape by a stranger in a random attack. However, much like assaults, sexual assault can

Criminal harassment, better known as stalking, is an offence in Canada and carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. These charges are often

The Motor Vehicle Act regulates the operation of motor vehicles in British Columbia. RoadSafetyBC is a branch of the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General and