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Is Prostitution A Crime?

By Jonathan Pyzer on March 29, 2016

In the past three years there have been several amendments to the laws surrounding prostitution in Canada. This has deepened the confusion surrounding the question: Is prostitution a crime?

Is it A Crime in Canada to Commit Assisted Suicide or Euthanasia?

By Jonathan Pyzer on March 18, 2015

In Canada, aiding or abetting a person to commit suicide is a criminal offence pursuant to section 241(b) of the Criminal Code. Section 14 of the Code says that

What Shows up in Criminal Record Searches?

By Jonathan Pyzer on January 22, 2015

Many clients charged with criminal offences express concern that they don’t want a criminal record, and rightfully so. A criminal record can affect one’s ability ...

January 22, 2015

Is it a Crime to Injure or Kill a Dog or Cat?

By Jonathan Pyzer on October 1, 2014

Here we explain how Canadian courts have imposed punishment for crimes committed against dogs and cats.

October 1, 2014

Is it A Crime to be a Fortune Teller?

By Jonathan Pyzer on September 22, 2014

Being paid to fraudulently tell fortunes is a criminal offence under the Criminal Code of Canada. The maximum sentence for this offence is a $5,000 fine or ...

September 22, 2014

Is it a Crime to Avoid Jury Duty?

By Jonathan Pyzer on September 11, 2014

Here we explain the importance of jury duty and whether it would be a crime if someone tends to avoid it.

September 11, 2014

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