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Name: Akram Law
Address: 700 6 Ave SW #280, Calgary, AB, T2P 0T8, CA
Telephone: +1-403-774-9529

11/22/2025

Assault Charges Involving Security Personnel or Bouncers in Calgary Bars

Why Assault Incidents with Security Personnel Are Common in Calgary Bars Assault allegations involving security staff or bouncers are more common in Calgary than many people realise. The city’s vibrant nightlife – especially along 17th Avenue, the Beltline, Stephen Avenue, and the fast-growing Entertainment District on 1st Street – creates a high-energy environment where minor…
11/10/2025

Appealing an Assault Conviction in Calgary: What You Need to Know

What an Appeal Is — and What It Isn’t An appeal is not a new trial. It’s a legal review of the original court’s decision to determine whether an error occurred during the trial that could have impacted the outcome. The purpose is to ensure that justice was properly served, not to retry the entire…
11/6/2025

Sentencing Guidelines for Assault Convictions in Alberta

Overview of Assault Laws in Alberta Under Section 265 of the Criminal Code of Canada, assault occurs when a person intentionally applies force to another individual without their consent. It also includes the use of threats, gestures, or attempts to apply force that cause the victim to fear immediate harm. Assault is not limited to…

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