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Criminal Code Help

Find peace of mind in uncertain times. Criminal Code Help provides a user-friendly resource for anyone looking up criminal charges in Canada.

Navigating Canada's Justice System

A Guide to Canadian Criminal Offences

Criminal Code Help is a user-friendly resource for understanding the laws and procedures of the Canadian justice system. Our website is designed to provide clear and concise information about a wide range of criminal offences. We are an informational resource and do not offer legal advice. Our goal is to provide unbiased information about various offences under the Criminal Code of Canada. Our content is designed for the general public and includes legal citations, information about penalties, and the latest legal developments. We cannot ensure the accuracy of the information on our site at all times. So, if you are facing criminal charges, it is recommended that you seek the support of a lawyer. Check out our "Know Your Lawyer" section for more information and to make an informed decision.

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Criminal Offences

Criminal Offences

Explore offences against the person, property, public order, and morality. You can also use the search bar at the top of the page to look up a specific issue or topic.

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Lawyer Directory

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The Legal Process

The Legal Process

Learn more about the role and function of courts, the different stages of a legal case, and valuable resources for further information.

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Offences by Category

Tax Fraud
Tax fraud is a serious crime that defrauds money or service and has harsh penalties. Defences may include honest mistakes or Charter rights violations.
Impaired Driving (N.W.T.)
Northwest Territories' MVA has impaired driving laws with Criminal Code penalties, including fines, life imprisonment for death-causing impaired driving, and supplementary charges.
Drug Offences
CDSA, Drug Possession, Drug Trafficking, Amphetamine, Cannabis, Cocaine, Crack Cocaine, Crystal Meth, Ecstasy, Heroin, Oxycodone, LSD, Roofies, PCP
Impaired Driving (Saskatchewan)
In Saskatchewan, driving with a BAC of .08 or higher is a criminal offense and even a BAC of .04 can result in a fine and license suspension
Ecstasy
XTC, adam, beans, candy, dancing shoes, disco biscuits, doves, E-bomb, egg rolls, happy pill, hug drug, love drug, malcolm, molly, smartees, sweets, skittles, thizz vitamin E or X
What is an Appeal?
An appeal is not a new trial, nor is it automatic. The defendant and the Crown have the right to appeal and typically have 30 days to file notice.
Criminal Contempt of Court
Generally speaking, contempt of court is any willful behaviour that insults or discredits the court or interferes with the administration of justice.
Impaired Driving (New Brunswick)
New Brunswick's Motor Vehicle Act was amended for impaired driving suspensions and increased drug penalties, with police seizing vehicles and suspending licences.
Against Authority
Endangering the Safety of an Aircraft or Airport, Hijacking, Offensive Weapons and Explosive Substances, Sabotage, Sedition, Seizing Control of a Ship or Fixed Platform