The recent case of R. v. Tunney sent an important message about the Court’s overreliance on sureties in our bail system. A surety is …
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Pre-sentence custody and enhanced credit
Pre-sentence custody refers to the period of time an individual spends in jail awaiting the completion of their matters. While some people facing criminal …
What happens following an arrest?
Once arrested, a person may be charged with an offence. If the police determine that they do not have probable grounds to support a …
How does R. v. Antic affect my chances of getting bail?
In June 2017, the Supreme Court of Canada released their decision in the case of R. v. Antic. Antic appealed the Criminal Code’s restrictions …
What does it mean to be a surety for someone?
If someone has been arrested, the Crown and/or the Court may require that they have a suitable surety in order to be released. A …
Is a bail hearing my last chance to be released?
If the Crown is not consenting to your release, then you require a bail hearing (also known as a “show cause” hearing) in order …