Scared to Death of Scaring to Death

Scared to Death of Scaring to Death

I know there are a lot of people who enjoy a good scare on Halloween but, as you put on your ghoulish mask or gory makeup, take note that you could frighten your way right into a jail cell.   It is illegal to scare someone to death.  Section 222 of the Criminal Code...
Officer I’d Like To Phone a Friend

Officer I’d Like To Phone a Friend

If you are arrested or even detained by the police, you need to call a lawyer. It is your right and it is imperative that you exercise that right. Don’t know the name of the lawyer? That’s okay, you can phone someone else to help you out. You don’t...
Or a drug, or both could be bogus

Or a drug, or both could be bogus

If you end up pleading guilty, ensure that you only plead guilty to something that you are actually guilty of. The consequences of not paying attention to the details could lead to consequences that were originally unintended. This is perfectly illustrated by the...
Drunkenness Still Won’t Save You 

Drunkenness Still Won’t Save You 

I have heard a lot of talk about this recent Supreme Court decision and have wanted to say something for a while but figured everyone was too busy watching the Oscar worthy performances in the Jonny Depp trial to give a hoot about what I had to say. Of course, I...