Nov 23
What is Bill C-5?
Bill C-5 received Royal Assent on November 17, 2022, reforming sentencing under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. These sentencing reforms will help address the overrepresentation of Indigenous people, Black persons, racialized Canadians, and members of marginalized communities in the criminal justice system.
Nov 15
Can I Drive Under the Influence of Cannabis?
The Criminal Code has made it an offence to drive while impaired by drug which are similar to the provisions for driving with impaired by alcohol. Therefore, you are not allowed…
Nov 05
FAQ about Drug Offences
Under the Controlled Drug and Substances Act (CDSA), it is illegal to have prohibited drugs in your possession…
Apr 11
Police Powers to Search your Vehicle for Marijuana
Although the Canadian Government passed legislation to decriminalize the possession of marijuana, you can still be charges with marijuana…
Feb 18
Drug Charges and Drug Trafficking Charges
The Controlled Drugs and Substances Act outlines which drugs are illegal (such as cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl) and the types of offences, while the Cannabis Act deals with the regulations of…