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By mwcrimlaw
In Theft, Fraud & Other Offences
Posted December 3, 2020

How Much Jail Time Can You Get for Forgery in Canada?

You can get up to 10 years’ jail time for forgery if the case proceeds by way of indictment. If you are tried on a summary basis, the maximum punishment is two years less one day in prison and/or [...]

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By mwcrimlaw
In Theft, Fraud & Other Offences
Posted November 5, 2020

What is the Punishment for Credit Card Fraud in Canada?

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. [...]

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By mwcrimlaw
In Theft, Fraud & Other Offences
Posted September 3, 2020

How a Criminal Conviction Can Lead to Deportation from Canada

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 [...]

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By mwcrimlaw
In Theft, Fraud & Other Offences
Posted August 6, 2020

What to Do if You Are Involved in a Case of Financial Fraud

If you are accused of financial fraud, or you are under investigation, we recommend that you instruct a criminal defence lawyer straightaway. These are complex cases and investigations can [...]

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By mwcrimlaw
In Theft, Fraud & Other Offences
Posted January 23, 2020

Should I Hire a Lawyer for Identity Theft?

Yes, if you have been charged with identity theft, you should instruct a defence lawyer to represent you. Being found guilty of identity theft can have serious consequences for the rest of your [...]

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By mwcrimlaw
In Theft, Fraud & Other Offences
Posted December 26, 2019

Can You Go to Jail for Embezzlement?

Yes, you can go to jail for embezzlement. In Canada, the maximum sentence you can receive for embezzlement depends on the value of the stolen property. If it is less than $5,000, the maximum [...]

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By mwcrimlaw
In Theft, Fraud & Other Offences
Posted December 10, 2019

Classification of Cyber Crime in Canada

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) defines cybercrime to be ‘any crime where cyber – the internet and information technologies, such as computers, tablets, personal digital assistants or [...]

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By mwcrimlaw
In Theft, Fraud & Other Offences
Posted September 30, 2019

Is Tax Evasion a Criminal Offence in Canada?

Yes, tax evasion is a criminal offence in Canada. If you are convicted of tax evasion, you could face a significant fine and even a jail sentence.  What is tax evasion? Tax evasion is when you [...]

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By mwcrimlaw
In Theft, Fraud & Other Offences
Posted September 23, 2019

What is the Penalty for Money Laundering in Canada?

The maximum penalty for money laundering in Canada is a 10-year jail sentence. If the matter is dealt with as a summary offence, the maximum penalty is a $5,000 fine and/or a six-month jail [...]

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By mwcrimlaw
In Theft, Fraud & Other Offences
Posted June 23, 2019

Bail Pending Appeal Explained

If you have been convicted of a criminal offence and you are making an appeal, you could apply for bail. If successful, you will be released from custody until your appeal hearing.   Bail [...]

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