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8/7/2025

Cost of an Impaired Driving Conviction in Calgary

Criminal Penalties Under Alberta Law Alberta’s impaired driving penalties are among the harshest in the country. Whether it’s alcohol, cannabis, or other drugs, the legal and financial consequences increase with each offence. First Offence Repeat Offences Additional Financial Costs Impact on Auto Insurance in Calgary Immediate Cancellation or High-Risk Coverage Significant Premium Increases Long-Term Financial…
8/4/2025

What If You’re Accused of a Crime at Work? Legal Advice from Calgary Lawyers

Types of Workplace-Related Criminal Charges Theft, Fraud, Harassment, or Assault Calgary employers often refer suspicious incidents to police if they suspect an employee has committed: Computer Misuse and Privacy Violations In Calgary’s corporate and government sectors, unauthorized access to digital systems can lead to serious criminal charges: Breach of Confidentiality Employees entrusted with confidential business,…
8/1/2025

How Criminal Lawyers in Calgary Handle Anonymous Witnesses

When Anonymous Witnesses Are Used Common Scenarios Where Anonymous Witnesses Are Used Legal Requirements for Use in Calgary Challenges to Fair Trial Rights Limited Ability to Cross-Examine Cross-examination is a cornerstone of a fair trial. When a witness remains anonymous, defence lawyers are restricted in asking key questions about: This limitation may prevent the defence…

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