Question 1

What are the duties of a criminal lawyer?

Accepted Answer

Criminal lawyers have many legal duties. These include providing zealous representation to their clients, professional client communication, preparing a strong case, examining witnesses, preparing compelling arguments, avoiding conflicts of interest, maintaining confidentiality and being honest in court.

Question 2

Can I represent myself in court?

Accepted Answer

Criminal law is complex and navigating the legal corridors of the criminal justice system is likely going to be too much for an inexperienced person. It is advisable to let a professional do the work when it comes to something serious like mounting a criminal defense. Don’t risk your freedom by trying to represent yourself in a criminal case.

Question 3

Wouldn't it be cheaper to hire a non-criminal lawyer for my criminal case?

Accepted Answer

When it comes to something as life changing as a criminal conviction, saving money should not be your priority. Hiring a non-criminal lawyer is cheaper but also riskier. Criminal lawyers have extensive experience in criminal law that they can handle criminal cases efficiently and effectively. By contrast, a non-criminal lawyer is less likely to pay attention to the kind of details a criminal lawyer would notice.

Question 4

Do the provinces in Canada play any role in criminal law?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the provinces play a vital role in criminal law. The federal government has jurisdiction to enact criminal law whereas the provinces have the authority to administer it. Each province has a provincial court where judges are appointed by the provincial government.

Question 5

Is the procedure the same for all criminal charges?

Accepted Answer

No. There are three types of criminal offences in Canada and each is treated in a different way. These are indictable offences (serious criminal offences with severe penalties; for example, homicide), summary conviction offences (less serious offences with smaller penalties; for example, mischief) and hybrid offences (matters that can be handled either as indictable or as summary conviction offences).

Question 6

What is disclosure?

Accepted Answer

Disclosure refers to the surrendering of relevant evidence such as witness lists, police narratives, statements, confessions or forensic evidence to the defendant before trial.

Question 7

What should I do if the police want to talk to me about a crime?

Accepted Answer

It is the police’s duty to investigate crime. If someone makes an allegation, the police must investigate that complaint. The first step of investigation is to ask questions of people who may know something about the crime or allegation. If the police come to ask you questions, you can cooperate if you wish. You also have the right to remain silent.

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