Laws pertaining to Canada
Under Manitoba Highway Traffic Act and Canada’s Criminal Code, leaving the scene of an accident is a hybrid offense. Consequently, depending on the damage and your actions before and after the accident. A hit and run driver may face indictable or summary offense charges. Quick take: What happens if you leave the scene of an … Read more
Under provincial laws, you are legally obligated to stop and fulfill the obligations listed below. Failure to stop and fulfill the obligations constitutes a hit and run. Leaving the scene of an accident in British Columbia is a hybrid offense, meaning the circumstances determine if the driver is guilty of a summary offense or indictable … Read more
Under Alberta’s Traffic Act Section 69.1, leaving the scene of an accident is a summary offense if the accident involves property damage and an indictable offense if the victim dies or suffers a serious injury. Failing to remain at the scene of an accident is a hybrid offense in Alberta. “Hybrid offense” refers to an … Read more
In Canada (Except for Quebec), divorce records, including evidence such as texts or photos, are public records. That means anyone may access divorce documents presented in civil or family court in Alberta, Ontario, Nova Scotia, Saskatchewan, Newfoundland, British Columbia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island as long as the records are not made private. However, … Read more
Canadian law does not prohibit felons from getting a passport, what is problematic is traveling outside the country with a criminal record. For convicts: You will need a Form I-192 to enter the United States or a waiver from the country you intend to travel to. Record suspension removes your criminal record from police database … Read more
If you’re considering recording conversations for personal reasons, such as ensuring the safety of a loved one or gathering evidence in a dispute, it’s crucial to navigate the complexities of Canadian Recording Laws carefully. Whether it’s a concern about a family member’s wellbeing or seeking clarity in a contentious situation, the impulse to record private … Read more