Criminal & Civil Contempt and Intent
December 28, 2022 By Jonathon Clark We have written before about contempt of court, and its importance in maintaining respect for the administration of justice as well as to promote the enforcement of court orders. To refresh your memory, the elements of contempt are: the order alleged to have been breached “must state clearly and unequivocally […]
Hearsay Overheard
December 28, 2022 By Nick Melchiorre Does your voice carry? I know mine sure does. I am known for being the opposite a very quiet speaker. THE CASE In R. v. Schneider, the accused was charged with second degree murder after the victim’s body was recovered by police in a hidden suitcase following a tip from […]