R. v. Diakite: Section 276 and its Limitations on Crown Evidence
Anna Nymus Evidence presented in criminal trials is an essential element of the decision-making process of judges and juries. There is...
R v SS – Hearsay: The Consequence of a Careless Analysis
Abby Stein Introduction There is a level of truth that often stems from statements obtained outside of court, but danger also exists when...
Blindfolded: The Hidden Evidence Dilemma in Canada v Meng
Abby Stein Introduction Public interest immunity occupies a special status in the realm of Canadian evidence law. One of the examples is...
R v J.J – The Admissibility of a Victim’s Entire Life
The admission of evidence in a trial dealing with sexual offences is always a sensitive topic.
R v Beaver: A “Fresh Start” for Police, Grave Endings for Charter Protection- exclusion of evidence
R v Beaver (Beaver) was a complicated case involving multiple accused, several Charter breaches, and numerous legal issues.
