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Section 8 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms: Search and Seizure

By Jonathan Pyzer on January 11, 2018

Section 8 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms protects your right to be free from any and all unreasonable searches and seizures. Police officers can

January 11, 2018

When Can A Police Officer Legally Search You?

By Jonathan Pyzer on December 2, 2015

Most people are not familiar with their rights and assume that if an officer of the law wishes to search you, you must comply. However, ...

December 2, 2015

How to Choose a Criminal Lawyer in Toronto

By Jonathan Pyzer on February 25, 2010

None of us want to be in such a situation, but if you are accused of a crime for any reason, the first thing to do is hire a good criminal lawyer, someone who w

February 25, 2010

Police Can Legally Search Garbage Without a Warrant

By Jonathan Pyzer on August 14, 2009

The Supreme Court of Canada made headlines earlier this year when they released their decision in R. v. Patrick (“Patrick”) which confirmed, for the first time

August 14, 2009

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