What To Do If You Are Arrested in Vancouver
The decisions made in the first hour after an arrest can shape the entire outcome of your case. Here is exactly what to do — and what not to do — if police arrest you in BC.
How Does a Bail Hearing Work in BC?
A show cause hearing decides whether you go home or stay in custody. Here is exactly what happens, what the three grounds for detention are, and how to give yourself the best chance of release.
Being a Surety in BC — What You Need to Know
A family member has been arrested and you have been asked to be their surety. Here is exactly what that means, what your responsibilities are, and how to protect yourself if things go wrong.
Drug Charges in BC: What the Crown Has to Prove
Facing drug charges in BC? Understanding what the Crown must prove for possession, trafficking, and production charges is the first step to building an effective defence.
Your First Court Appearance in BC — What to Expect
A first appearance is not a trial. Nothing is decided about guilt or innocence. But what happens at this stage shapes everything that follows. Here is exactly what to expect.
