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Homicide Laws in Canada

Part VIII of the Criminal Code / Against the Person and Reputation

Homicide: The Four Categories and their Punishments

If you have been charged with a crime in Ottawa, you should consult with a criminal defence lawyer in your area

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Brett McGarry Criminal Law

Ottawa, Ontario
116 Lisgar Street, Suite 300, K2P 0C2
(613) 884-8576

James Coulter Law

Ottawa, Ontario
200 Elgin Street
(613) 371-3884

Duvadie Law

Ottawa, Ontario
116 Lisgar St Suite 402
(613) 422-1155

David Anber’s Law Office

Ottawa, Ontario
150 Metcalfe Street, Suite 2300
(613) 755-4008

Engel & Associates

Ottawa, Ontario
116 Lisgar Street, Suite 210
(613) 235-6324

Harbic Law

Ottawa, Ontario
Suite 704, 200 Elgin Street
(613) 262-3703
Homicide in Ottawa, Ontario - Glossary of Terms

Glossary of Legal Terms

Defence attorney

A criminal defence lawyer protects the rights of defendants and helps them build a defence that aims to have them acquitted. They ensure the accused's rights are protected throughout the judicial process.

Indictable offence

Indictable offences are the most serious offences under the Criminal Code and they come with more serious punishments, up to a maximum penalty of life in prison.

Self-defence

A person is not guilty of an offence if they reasonably believe on reasonable grounds that force was being used against them or another person. or that a threat of force was made. They can act in self defence to protect themselves or the other person, as long as their actions are reasonable in the circumstances.

Homicide in Ottawa, Ontario - Tagged With:
Code Citations: Section 222 (1) , s.231 , s.233 , s.234
Homicide in Ottawa, Ontario - Referenced Links