If you have been accused of fraud, you need to hire a specialist fraud defence lawyer. This should be someone who has a proven track record of successfully defending fraud offences. If you are looking for a fraud lawyer in Vancouver, contact us now at Mickelson &...
If you engage in sexual activity with someone who is not of the age of consent, you could face sexual assault charges. Sexual activity has a broad meaning and can range from kissing to sexual intercourse. Understanding the age of consent In Canada, the legal age of...
The improper or careless storage of firearms means that you have put a gun, or ammunition, in an unsafe place. You can be guilty of this offence, even if you stored a firearm carelessly for a very short period of time. Storing firearms and the law There are strict...
If you are stopped at a roadblock, you must provide your name, address and insurance documents. Police can also check whether your vehicle is roadworthy and ask you to perform a breath test. DUI checkpoints DUI checkpoints – also known as roadblocks – are a...
Being charged with a forgery offence can be stressful and confusing. Perhaps you are asking yourself the question: "What is the maximum penalty for forgery in Canada?". We have an answer for you. If you need help right away, the criminal lawyers at Mickelson &...
The charges for impaired driving in British Columbia depend on whether your blood alcohol content is in the ‘fail’ range or the ‘warn’ range. If it is in the warn range, the charges depend on whether this is your first, second or third ‘warn’ reading in the past five...
The maximum punishment for credit card fraud in Canada is two years less one day imprisonment and/or a $5,000 fine for a summary offence, and 10 years’ imprisonment for an indictable offence. Read more » What to Do if You Are Involved in a Case of Financial...
We’ve answered five of the most frequently asked questions about administrative driving prohibitions (ADP) below. If you need further legal advice, or you want to appeal an ADP, please contact us at Mickelson and Whysall Law Corporation. 1. What is an...
If you are facing criminal charges, please contact our Vancouver criminal lawyers today. We are specialist defence lawyers and know how to secure a positive outcome on your behalf. Criminal Lawyer Vancouver – our approach At Mickelson & Whysall Law Corporation, we...
If you are handed an immediate roadside prohibition (IRP), your driving ban takes effect straightaway. When does an IRP start? ‘IRP’ stands for ‘immediate roadside prohibition’. As the name suggests, the prohibition starts immediately. This means that you cannot drive...
Foreign nationals and permanent residents may be deported from Canada if they are found guilty of committing a ‘serious crime’. What is a serious crime? A serious crime is one that: Carries a potential prison sentence of 10 years or more, or Results in a prison...
You have seven days to appeal an administrative driving prohibition (ADP). An application must be made to RoadSafetyBC, outlining why the driving ban should be overturned. If the administrative driving prohibition is upheld, your only option is to request a judicial...
