When police stop or hold you in Regina, two distinct legal situations can apply: arrest and detention. Understanding the difference matters because your rights and what you must do vary greatly between the two, so that’s what we’ll cover today. What Is Detention? Detention occurs when police stop you and you are not free to […]
Missing a court date isn’t like missing a dentist appointment. Whether you forgot, were stuck at work, or simply panicked and didn’t show up, the consequences in Saskatchewan can escalate quickly. Today, we’ll talk about what you can expect and what you should do next. The Immediate Consequence: A Bench Warrant When an accused person […]
If you know police are looking for you, whether because of a warrant, a pending charge, or an active investigation, you have a choice to make. Do you turn yourself in, or do you wait and see what happens? In almost every case, voluntary surrender is the better option. Below, we talk about why this […]
Courts across Canada regularly accept digital communications like texts and social media messages, and legal commentary has noted that this type of “social media evidence” is now a routine part of how offences are investigated and proven (see The Unclear Picture of Social Media Evidence to learn more). As long as messages can be shown […]
Getting released on bail is a substantial moment in any criminal case because it means you get to go home, keep your job, and be present for your family while your matter works through the courts. But bail comes with conditions, and it certainly isn’t a free pass to go back to life as […]
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