Section 278 Applications: Getting Access to a Complainant’s Private Records
A section 278 application deals with the production of third-party records in cases involving sexual offences. Some of the most […]
Penalties and Sentencing for Sexual Assault in Canada: What You Need to Know
A sexual assault conviction carries some of the most serious consequences in Canadian criminal law. Sentencing in this area has
Sexual Assault Trial Process in Canada: From Charge to Verdict
A sexual assault case can take a significant amount of time to move from charge to verdict. Understanding the steps
Independent Legal Advice for Sexual Assault Complainants: The Complainant Counsel Process
If you are a complainant in a sexual assault case, the criminal trial process can feel as though it is
Disclosure in Sexual Assault Cases: What the Crown Must Provide and When
Disclosure is the foundation of every criminal defence. Before counsel can advise, develop strategy, or prepare for trial, they must
The 278.92 Regime: Defence-Held Records and Private Communications at Sexual Assault Trials
In 2018, Parliament added a new regime to the Criminal Code dealing with records already in the possession of the
Recent Developments in Canadian Sexual Assault Law: Key Cases You Should Know
Sexual assault law in Canada has changed significantly over the past decade. The Supreme Court of Canada has issued a
When a Guilty Verdict Rests on Credibility: What R. v. Sandhu Tells Us About Appeals
Most people assume that an appeal is a second trial. It is not. An appeal court does not hear the
Section 276 of the Criminal Code Applications Explained: When Prior Sexual History Can Be Used at Trial
Section 276 of the Criminal Code is one of the most important evidentiary rules in sexual assault trials. It governs
What Is Consent Under Canadian Law? Section 273.1 Explained
Consent sits at the heart of every sexual assault case in Canada. In most cases, the central issue at trial