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Getting your driver’s license back after a drinking and driving offense
Let us recall: being found guilty of driving with impaired abilities due to alcohol constitutes a criminal offense, punishable by an automatic one-year driver’s license suspension and a minimum fine
What are the penalties for driving under the influence of cannabis in Quebec?
Driving under the influence of drugs is an offense under the Criminal Code in Quebec, and has been so since 1925. The legalization of cannabis in Canada, which took effect
What is the purpose of a preliminary inquiry?
From arrest to sentencing, a criminal proceeding involves multiple steps. One of the most crucial stages is the preliminary inquiry. Indeed, this hearing determines whether the prosecution will proceed to
What does an appearance in a criminal proceeding represent?
When a person is arrested for an act involving fundamental rights, the individual may face criminal charges. This is when a criminal proceeding begins, representing all the steps a case
What are the consequences of a second arrest for impaired driving?
When a second offense of impaired driving occurs, it is normal to expect more severe consequences. The increased severity of the penalty is intended to deter the offender from committing
How to apply for a restricted license from the SAAQ?
The restricted license allows an individual to drive during the sanction period following the revocation of their driver’s license. This period can range from 3, 6, or 12 months, and
Receiving Stolen Goods: Better Understanding This Offense and Its Implications
You are accused of receiving stolen goods and don’t quite understand what it involves? Here is an overview that, although not exhaustive, will help you better understand this offense. Defining
