Dec 16
Section 161: Prohibition Orders for Sexual Offenders
Sexual assault trials can be complex and challenging to navigate. The evidentiary issues are complicated and difficult to understand. The lawyers at Lockyer Zaduk Zeeh are experienced Toronto sexual assault lawyers. We regularly represent people charged in Toronto and elsewhere with sexual assault offences.
Nov 29
What is Sexual Exploitation
Sexual exploitation is a criminal offence pursuant to the Criminal Code. Section 153 of the Criminal Code makes it an offence to have sex with someone if they are between the ages of 16 to 17, if you are in a position of trust or authority to the complainant.
Nov 29
What is Sexual Interference?
Sexual interference is outlined in section 151 of the Criminal Code. Sexual interference is a sexual assault involving someone under the age of consent (i.e. under the age of 16, in most cases).
Nov 29
I Have Been Falsely Accused of a Sexual Assault
Being falsely accused of a criminal offence is a stressful situation to find yourself in. The concern is even more serious when the false allegation is a sexual assault charge.
Nov 21
Using Prior Sexual Activity at your Trial
The laws of evidence in sexual assault cases are very strict, and great protections are given to complainants in sexual assault cases. If accused of a sexual assault, the law prohibits you from introducing the complainant’s previous sexual history.
