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Bruce Engel Defending High Profile Ottawa Murder Case

Ottawa criminal defence lawyer Bruce Engel has been retained to represent one of the co-defendants in a high-profile murder prosecution. Mr. Engel represents Gurpeet Ronald who will be tried jointly along with co-defendant Bhupinderpal Gill on a charge of first-degree … Continue reading

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“Victims Bill of Rights” Would Hide Identities of Some Witnesses and Compel Spouses to Testify

Canadian criminal defendants could soon be facing the prospect of unidentified witnesses as well as their spouses testifying against them at trial if the Conservative government’s “Victims Bill of Rights” is passed. Currently under consideration in the House of Commons, … Continue reading

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Don’t Let the Name Fool You: “Mischief” is a Serious Criminal Offence

When you hear the word “mischief,” you may think of minor pranks or kids getting into innocuous and harmless trouble. Webster’s Dictionary defines “mischief” as “behavior or activity that is annoying but that is not meant to cause serious harm … Continue reading

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Pleading Guilty: The “Easy Way Out” Can Lead to Long-Term Difficulties

Being arrested and facing criminal charges is frightening. You may be confused about your next steps and whether to fight back and defend yourself or enter a guilty plea in hopes of a lighter sentence and a quick resolution to … Continue reading

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February

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Choosing the Right Criminal Defence Lawyer is Serious Business

Experience, Cost and Results Matter Anyone charged with a criminal offence under the Criminal Code of Canada or one of the various Provincial offence charges should be meticulous and diligent when selecting a lawyer. Failure to hire the right lawyer … Continue reading

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