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Individuals convicted of committing a white collar crime can face punishments such as fines, restitution, forfeiture, or imprisonment. Additionally, individuals accused or convicted of a white collar crime may be subject to additional consequences such as loss of employment and loss of pension. Situations such as these can threaten the financial stability and future of both the accused and their family. In many cases, individuals under investigation for these crimes are aware that they are under investigation. Suspected individuals may be the focus of internal investigations or…

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If you become aware that you are being investigated for any sexual assault charge, it is imperative that you seek qualified legal counsel. Your legal counsel should have experience defending these charges, from investigation through indictment and trial. It is crucial that you obtain the correct legal advice as to what extent you will cooperate with this investigation. There are some cases where an interview with police makes perfect sense and other times that it does not. Your actual innocence has very…

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Gang crimes are a central focus of police activity. In Ontario, the Crown has designated special teams of prosecutors for these offences. In order to protect yourself and your legal and personal interests, you need the services of a criminal defence lawyer with experience and legal skill, so that you have the same resources as do those working against you. We are a dedicated team of Toronto criminal defence lawyers with decades of experience successfully defending clients accused of serious and complex…

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Youth crime is a serious concern for society. With very few exceptions, any activity or choice that is illegal for an adult is also illegal for a juvenile. However, because many youths committing crime do so with less awareness and understanding than an adult there are different court and sentencing procedures for juvenile crimes as opposed to adult crimes. This is the case with theft, among other criminal acts. Most Common Underage Crimes in Canada · Youth taken into the legal…

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Identity theft is unavoidable in today’s day in age, and here are many reasons why identity thieves target your personal information. From financial gain to malicious motives, here are some of the most common forms of identity theft and steps you can take to mitigate your risk. Financial Identity Theft Financial identity theft is by far the most common type of identity theft. In 2014, identity thieves stole $16 billion from 12.7 million identity fraud victims, according to Javelin Strategy…

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Are you under investigation for First Degree Sexual Assault? If you become aware that you are being investigated for any sexual assault charge, it is imperative that you seek qualified legal counsel. Your legal counsel should have experience defending these charges, from investigation through indictment and trial. It is crucial that you obtain the correct legal advice as to what extent you will cooperate with this investigation. There are some cases where an interview with police makes perfect sense and…

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There is a close relationship between drug abuse and crime. Drug abusers commit crimes to pay for their drugs and this inflicts damages to the society. Moreover, many criminals are under the influence of drugs while committing crimes. Drug trafficking is another outcome of drug abuse . According to a research in the United States in 2010, 70% of male prisoners were drug abusers which is significant compared to the 11.2% rate of drug abuse in the entire male population…

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As defined by law, assault can be constituted in different ways. The only difference between assault and domestic violence charges in Maryland is the potential for other charges such as harassment and stalking. The charges can be domestically-related if the other person involved is a spouse, partner, child, or an adult who may be vulnerable. When a person’s case fits under a domestic violence matter, it is based on the relationship they have with the individual who assaulted them. When…

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Bail Algorithms When a judge decides whether a defendant accused of a crime should receive bail, and what the amount of bail should be, they will evaluate the risk of the defendant failing to appear in court. They also will consider the risk of the defendant continuing their criminal activity or committing an additional crime before the trial date. In making this decision, the judge often will go beyond reviewing the charges and criminal record of the defendant. They can…

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Gun and Gang Violence Firearm-related homicides in Canada have been steadily increasing, reaching a total of 223 in 2016, 44 more than the previous year. Shootings have now become the most common method of homicide, surpassing homicide by stabbing and beating. Gang-related homicides involving guns are no exception. In 2016 alone, police reported 141 gang-related homicides, 45 more than in 2015. Since 2013, gang-related homicides in Canada’s largest cities have almost doubled. In November 2017, the federal government announced approximately…

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