Police Reform: Peace, Respect and Trust
I have watched with interest the many videos of police encounters with the public over the last month.
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A Defence lawyer's perspective on issues in criminal law
Please be aware that all commentary in my blog is designed to promote discourse on a variety of topics. Though I certainly do some research on the topics discussed and often offer my "two-cents", please keep in mind that nothing I say in this blog is meant to be taken as authoritative on any subject. My comments are really just me exercising my freedom of expression for the purpose of offering some insight on topics related to the practice of criminal law. As with all topics of discussion, it is important for you to be critical. If you need a defence lawyer, please call 403.452.8018 for a free telephone consultation or consult with an experienced Calgary criminal lawyer. Happy reading! Happy watching!
Yeah I said it. It's Grade School Obvious Conflict of Interest
In the opinion of this Calgary criminal lawyer, we need to question the intellectual quotient of some politicians.
Read MoreGeorge Floyd: The Few Bad Apples Dodge
Responding to claims of systemic racism within American policing, White House Security Advisor, Robert C. O’Brien said, “a few bad apples” are giving law enforcement a “terrible name”.
Read MoreMay the fourth be with you: Stormtroopers Day in Lethbridge, Alberta
Anybody who has watched Star Wars has heard the phrase, “may the force be with you”.
Read MoreContact-Tracing: A possible tool for the further Evisceration of Charter Rights
Will the coronavirus pandemic impact the future of our Constitutional protections? I think the answer is likely “yes”.
Read MoreWarning: Coronavirus Pandemic a Target Rich Environment for Fraudsters
This post is about our susceptibility to fraud in this time of crisis.
Read MoreTaxing By Tickets in a Time of Crisis
I recently posted on the topic of potentially unethical and undemocratic opportunism by the Trudeau Government. As I said, the coronavirus pandemic should not be used as a tool for the...
Read MoreAttempted Power Grab: The true face of Justin Trudeau
In the view of this Alberta criminal lawyer, the coronavirus pandemic should not be used as a tool for the opportunistic.
Read MoreArming for the Corona-Zombie Apocalypse: The NRA, the Second Amendment and Advice from Ginger Billy
This short post is about the right to bear arms vs. the right to buy arms. Also, for any Corona-Zombie preparers who think it is necessary to physically attend their...
Read MoreExercising Freedom Responsibly in a Time of Crisis
To have freedom means that we exercise it responsibly. This post is about the Coronavirus pandemic, the Emergencies Act, freedom and our responsibility as Canadians to act as custodians of...
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