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SIU finds officer did not commit criminal offence in shooting of Welland, Ont., man | CBC News

The Special Investigations Unit stated that officers were on Second Street to preserve peace while municipal staff removed an illegally set up fence by Daniel Tronko, who fired multiple rounds at an officer.
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Toronto tenants launch new citywide union amid ongoing rent crisis and affordability concerns | CBC News

Toronto renters are launching a citywide tenants union to improve living conditions and address rising rental costs.
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Murder charges to be withdrawn in Kenneth Law case, lawyer says | CBC News

Crown prosecutors are withdrawing all 14 murder charges laid against Kenneth Law, who is accused of selling a toxic substance to individuals at risk of self-harm.
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Court rules trans people have right to accurate IDs: "Trans discrimination is sex discrimination" - LGBTQ Nation

Trans residents in Montana can update legal documents to reflect their gender identity, affirming their rights against discrimination.
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4 days ago

Ontario pastor charged with fraud after York Region homelessness prevention program targeted: police | CBC News

A pastor is accused of leading a fraud scheme targeting a homelessness prevention program in York Region, involving nearly $100,000 in fraudulent claims.
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3 weeks ago

Canadian woman held with daughter by ICE warns all immigrants to lie low'

Immigrants risk detention even when following legal processes, as highlighted by Tania Warner's experience with ICE.
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3 weeks ago

Canadian woman held with daughter by ICE warns all immigrants to lie low'

Immigrants risk detention even when following legal processes, as highlighted by Tania Warner's experience with ICE.
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Due North: Navigating Legal Licensing In Canada For US Lawyers - Above the Law

An ever-increasing number of families are looking to leave the United States for what they perceive to be greener pastures. Social media groups dedicated to becoming an expat are booming, lawyers (and other professionals) are looking for alternative career paths and routes to legal residency abroad.
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Martina and Ammi Burke appeal criminal contempt decision

Ammi and Martina Burke are appealing a High Court decision that found them guilty of criminal contempt of court.
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Ford government wants to skip public hearings on FOI rule change | CBC News

Ontario Premier Doug Ford's government plans to bypass public hearings for a budget bill that limits access to his cellphone records.
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5 days ago

In America, Even Judges Have To Take Matters In To Their Own Hands - Above the Law

Judges are increasingly carrying guns for self-protection due to rising threats and inadequate security measures.
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Ford promises no more improper inmate releases after over 150 let out of Ontario jails | CBC News

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Ford vows to 'get down to the bottom' of how over 150 inmates were improperly released | CBC News

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Ontario plans to add 6,000 jail beds by 2050 due to overcrowding concerns: FOI documents | CBC News

Ontario plans to add nearly 6,000 jail beds by 2050 to address significant overcrowding issues.
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2 months ago
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Top court asked to reopen climate case after Ontario scraps emissions target law | CBC News

Ontario's repeal of climate legislation delayed a youth legal challenge seeking a court ruling on whether the province's climate plan violates the Charter.
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Ford promises no more improper inmate releases after over 150 let out of Ontario jails | CBC News

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Ford vows to 'get down to the bottom' of how over 150 inmates were improperly released | CBC News

Over 150 inmates were improperly released from Ontario jails between 2021 and 2025, prompting government officials to address the issue.
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Ford defends jail expansion plan, says not 'building Four Seasons hotels' | CBC News

Ontario plans to build over 6,000 new jail beds by 2050 to address overcrowding and enhance community safety.
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Ontario plans to add 6,000 jail beds by 2050 due to overcrowding concerns: FOI documents | CBC News

Ontario plans to add nearly 6,000 jail beds by 2050 to address significant overcrowding issues.
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1 day ago

Son found guilty of 2nd-degree murder in mother's death in Etobicoke park | CBC News

Colin Hatcher was found guilty of second-degree murder for killing his mother, despite his mental illness defense.
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2 days ago

Meet ICE's Secret Canadian Partner

GardaWorld, a Canadian security firm, is involved in U.S. immigration detention facilities, including contracts with ICE worth over $450 million.
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3 days ago

Man pleads guilty in Lindsay, Ont., break-in case that caused self-defence firestorm | CBC News

Michael Kyle Breen pleaded guilty to breaking and entering, while the resident who confronted him faced initial charges that were later dropped.
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2 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.
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1 month ago
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Lawyers for Umar Zameer to speak after OPP investigation, Ford's call for judge apology | CBC News

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1 month ago
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Calls for judge in Umar Zameer case to apologize are 'inappropriate and unethical': chief justice | CBC News

Ontario's chief justice rejected calls for a trial judge to apologize for findings of police collusion, stating judges must remain independent from external pressure to modify their decisions.
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Calls for judge to apologize to officers in Umar Zameer case 'not appropriate': legal experts | CBC News

Calls for a judge to apologize for suggesting police officers lied undermine judicial independence and public confidence in the justice system.
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1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.18.26 - Above the Law

Chief Justice Roberts calls for ending personal attacks on judges, while questions arise about presidential official acts; meanwhile, legal developments span judicial conduct, cryptocurrency regulation, Section 230 reform, and national security concerns.
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1 month ago

Lawyers for Umar Zameer to speak after OPP investigation, Ford's call for judge apology | CBC News

Premier Doug Ford's call for a judge to apologize in Umar Zameer's acquittal case is inappropriate and undermines judicial independence without evidence of judicial impropriety.
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1 month ago

Calls for judge in Umar Zameer case to apologize are 'inappropriate and unethical': chief justice | CBC News

Ontario's chief justice rejected calls for a trial judge to apologize for findings of police collusion, stating judges must remain independent from external pressure to modify their decisions.
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1 month ago

Calls for judge to apologize to officers in Umar Zameer case 'not appropriate': legal experts | CBC News

Calls for a judge to apologize for suggesting police officers lied undermine judicial independence and public confidence in the justice system.
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3 days ago

Toronto police officer charged with manslaughter after killing a man in Niagara Falls, Ont. | CBC News

A police officer has been charged with manslaughter after fatally shooting a man during a parole violation arrest in Niagara Falls.
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3 weeks ago

Ontario court slashing $500M legal fees will have chilling effect' on other cases, argue lawyers | CBC News

Lawyers appealing a court decision that reduced their $510 million fees argue it could impact future cases involving under-resourced groups.
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4 days ago

Canada faces calls to rescind planned cuts to refugee healthcare scheme

Co-payments for the Interim Federal Health Program are seen as a denial of care for vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers in Canada.
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4 days ago

Saint John police chief accused of misconduct in Ontario, lawsuits reveal | CBC News

Heather Harmer accuses Saint John Police Chief Robert Bruce of misconduct related to her husband's suicide and seeks over $31M in damages.
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Lawyer alleges Durham Region police violently assaulted her, dragged her to cells in Oshawa courthouse | CBC News

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1 month ago

Toronto police officer charged after allegedly using computer unlawfully | CBC News

A Toronto police officer was arrested for unauthorized access to private police databases between January 2024 and April 2025.
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Saint John police chief accused of misconduct in Ontario, lawsuits reveal | CBC News

Heather Harmer accuses Saint John Police Chief Robert Bruce of misconduct related to her husband's suicide and seeks over $31M in damages.
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Lawyer alleges Durham Region police violently assaulted her, dragged her to cells in Oshawa courthouse | CBC News

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1 month ago

Toronto police officer charged after allegedly using computer unlawfully | CBC News

A Toronto police officer was arrested for unauthorized access to private police databases between January 2024 and April 2025.
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5 days ago

Ontario education minister announcing school system changes Monday | CBC News

Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra will announce changes to the school system amid financial oversight and criticism of school board spending.
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1 week ago

Top court weighs gambling case as Loto-Quebec joins Ontario fight

Canada's Supreme Court is reviewing Ontario's online gambling model that allows betting with international users, facing opposition from provincial lottery corporations.
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1 week ago

Ford government's 'special economic zones' law facing constitutional challenge | CBC News

Ontario's Bill 5 allows cabinet to suspend laws, facing criticism from opposition, environmental groups, and Indigenous leaders.
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2 weeks ago

Prosecutors ask Appeal Court to overturn bail for Ontario lawyer in Ryan Wedding case | CBC News

Prosecutors argue an Ontario judge erred in granting bail to a lawyer accused of advising a murder in a drug smuggling case.
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2 weeks ago

Ontario announces inquest into death of Regis Korchinski-Paquet | CBC News

An inquest will investigate the circumstances of Regis Korchinski-Paquet's death after she fell from a balcony while police were present.
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1 month ago

Supreme Court blocks law against schools outing transgender students to their parents in California

The order blocks for now a state law that bans automatic parental notification requirements if students change their pronouns or gender expression at school. It comes after religious parents and educators challenged California school policies aimed at preventing schools from outing students to their families. Two sets of Catholic parents represented by the Thomas More Society say it caused schools to mislead them and secretly facilitate the children's social transition despite their objections.
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2 weeks ago

Evidence related to 1 of complainants in Stronach sex assault trial 'fatally flawed': judge | CBC News

An Ontario judge found the evidence of a complainant in Frank Stronach's sexual assault trial to be unreliable and fatally flawed.
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2 weeks ago

First Nations, chiefs demand the PM apologizes after he said he could 'outlast' protesters | CBC News

Two First Nations chiefs demand an apology from Prime Minister Carney for dismissive comments about a mercury poisoning protester.
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2 weeks ago

Human rights tribunal approves $8.5B child welfare deal for Ontario First Nations | CBC News

A landmark First Nations child welfare deal has been approved, partially resolving a long-standing discrimination case against the federal government.
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2 weeks ago

First Nations, chiefs demand the PM apologizes after he said he could 'outlast' protesters | CBC News

Two First Nations chiefs demand an apology from Prime Minister Carney for dismissive comments about a mercury poisoning protester.
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2 weeks ago

Human rights tribunal approves $8.5B child welfare deal for Ontario First Nations | CBC News

A landmark First Nations child welfare deal has been approved, partially resolving a long-standing discrimination case against the federal government.
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1 month ago

Judges reject appeal claiming VAT on private schools infringes human rights

We acknowledge that the measure may have a serious impact on the group one claimants if they are unable to afford private education which accords with their religious convictions, but it is important to bear in mind that they have the option of home schooling if free education in the state sector is not acceptable to them.
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2 months ago

UK decision to ban Palestine Action unlawful, court rules

UK High Court ruled the government's ban of Palestine Action unlawful, finding it disproportionate and interfering with freedom of speech, though the ban temporarily remains.
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1 month ago

Why So Many Legal Courts in S.F.? | KQED

San Francisco concentrates multiple levels of state and federal courts in one location, including Superior Court, U.S. District Court, Court of Appeals, and California Supreme Court, which is unusual compared to other states where courts are typically dispersed across state capitals or larger cities.
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2 months ago

Federal judge in Boston warns Trump against targeting immigration status of students suing him

U.S. District Judge William G. Young ruled Thursday that the government must clearly prove any arrest, detention, or change in immigration status is based on a legitimate reason unrelated to retaliation. Young wrote that any attempt to change the immigration status of plaintiffs in the landmark case against the Trump administration will be presumed to be punishment for speaking out - unless the government can show strong evidence that the action was due to a crime, an expired visa, or another valid reason.
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2 months ago

Ontario judge accused of sexual assault retires, escaping penalty hearing | CBC News

On Jan. 13, the council's panel had said it accepted the majority of allegations made in a complaint to the council against Currie and he was found to have engaged in judicial misconduct. "Since Justice Currie is no longer a judge of that court, the Council no longer has jurisdiction over the complaint about his conduct. As a result, the hearing on the appropriate disposition of the complaint will not proceed," the council says on its website.
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3 weeks ago

Lawyers for Toronto cop accused in corruption probe ask court to review bail ruling | CBC News

Toronto police constable Timothy Barnhardt faces 17 charges in a corruption case involving organized crime and police misconduct.
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2 months ago

Yes, You Can Be Fired While on Maternity Leave | The Walrus

A former Google Canada employee alleges she was wrongfully dismissed days after announcing her pregnancy, and is suing for pregnancy discrimination under Ontario law.
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3 weeks ago

Justice minister won't meet premiers' demand for 'sea change' to how judges are appointed | CBC News

Justice Minister Sean Fraser will not change the judicial appointment process despite requests from four premiers for more provincial involvement.
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2 months ago

SIU not investigating alleged police assault of lawyer at Oshawa courthouse | CBC News

Ontario's Special Investigations Unit has not invoked its mandate in the case of a lawyer alleging police assault at the Oshawa courthouse.
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3 weeks ago

Canada's Supreme Court must strike down Quebec's Bill 21

Quebec's Bill 21 excludes public sector workers from wearing religious symbols, raising significant concerns about religious freedom and state neutrality.
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2 months ago

Patrick Lutts Jr., who fled to Canada to escape U.S. manslaughter charges, has been extradited | CBC News

With a warrant out for his arrest, Lutts hosted monthly trivia nights at a Toronto bar and provided relationship advice to clients as a self-styled psychic. His arrest in February 2025 by Toronto police's fugitive squad came after a Crime Stoppers-type service in Florida received an anonymous tip about his whereabouts in November 2023. The tip appears to have come from a U.S.-based internet sleuth who claims to have used facial recognition technology and social media clues to track Lutts to Toronto.
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1 month ago

Police compromised, got hundreds of Ontario court cases tossed by violating Charter rights: report | CBC News

Ontario courts dismissed charges or excluded evidence in hundreds of cases over a decade due to police Charter violations, with 70% of cases resulting in case dismissals or reduced sentences.
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1 month ago

Charter rights violations by Ontario police forces persist, new report says | CBC News

Police Charter violations in Ontario are widespread, causing evidence dismissals and criminals escaping prosecution, requiring urgent systemic reforms.
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2 months ago

Police search for man who allegedly escaped Toronto jail by impersonating another inmate | CBC News

Police are looking for an inmate who escaped from a Toronto jail by allegedly impersonating another inmate who was to be released. Steven Alexander Guzman Marroquin, 32, of Toronto, allegedly escaped from the Toronto South Detention Centre in the area of Horner and Kipling Avenues on Monday just before noon, police said in a news release Tuesday. According to police, Marroquin impersonated another inmate who was due to be released from custody.
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4 weeks ago

Ex-MPP's convoy case back on after stay of charges overturned | CBC News

The Ontario Court of Appeal reinstated charges against Randy Hillier, overturning a lower court's decision that had stayed the case due to time limits.
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2 months ago

Reinstatement of retired judge reversed by state supreme court

Illinois Supreme Court reversed reinstatement of retired Judge James R. Brown after objections to a blog post with derogatory comments about groups and political figures.
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1 month ago

'We've had enough secrets': First Nations group opposes Ontario move to limit freedom-of-information laws | CBC News

First Nations oppose Ontario's proposed FOI law changes that would exempt premier and cabinet records from public access, citing reduced transparency for decisions affecting Indigenous rights and lands.
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1 month ago

Ontario wants to change its FOI rules to keep some records secret. Here's what you need to know | CBC News

Ontario proposes exempting the premier, cabinet ministers, and parliamentary assistants from freedom-of-information laws, retroactively eliminating existing requests and reducing government accountability.
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1 month ago

'We've had enough secrets': First Nations group opposes Ontario move to limit freedom-of-information laws | CBC News

First Nations oppose Ontario's proposed FOI law changes that would exempt premier and cabinet records from public access, citing reduced transparency for decisions affecting Indigenous rights and lands.
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1 month ago

Ontario wants to change its FOI rules to keep some records secret. Here's what you need to know | CBC News

Ontario proposes exempting the premier, cabinet ministers, and parliamentary assistants from freedom-of-information laws, retroactively eliminating existing requests and reducing government accountability.
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1 month ago

As Ford government vows to keep more criminals 'behind bars,' data shows violence in jails is rising | CBC News

Ontario jail violence is escalating, with staff assaults rising to 11 per 100 inmates in 2025 from 9 in 2024, and inmate-on-inmate assaults reaching 67 per 100 inmates, driven by overcrowding and chronic staff shortages.
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1 month ago

Premier, officials call for reversal of temporary release of convicted child killer | CBC News

A 65-year-old convicted child murderer serving a life sentence was granted three unescorted temporary absences by Canada's parole board, prompting Ontario Premier Doug Ford to call for system overhaul and reversal of the decision.
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1 month ago

Man and woman appear in court over murder of Iranian activist in Canada

Two people charged with murdering Iranian activist Masood Masjoody in Canada, raising concerns about transnational repression of regime critics.
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1 month ago

No charges against Ontario resident who shot and injured alleged home invader: police | CBC News

York Regional Police say the resident used a legally owned and properly stored gun and is not facing charges based on evidence collected at the scene. Police say one of the suspected intruders was dropped off at a Toronto-area hospital with a gunshot wound and charges against him are pending.
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1 month ago

Umar Zameer's lawyer has 'serious misgivings' about upcoming report into police conduct | CBC News

Umar Zameer's lawyer expresses concerns about an OPP investigation report into officer conduct, citing lack of transparency and communication with the defense before public release.
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1 month ago

OPP completes investigation into Toronto police officers' conduct in Umar Zameer trial | CBC News

Ontario Provincial Police completed an investigation into potential collusion among Toronto police officers who testified in a case where a man was acquitted of murdering a police officer, with findings pending public release after notifications.
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1 month ago

Umar Zameer's lawyer has 'serious misgivings' about upcoming report into police conduct | CBC News

Umar Zameer's lawyer expresses concerns about an OPP investigation report into officer conduct, citing lack of transparency and communication with the defense before public release.
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1 month ago

OPP completes investigation into Toronto police officers' conduct in Umar Zameer trial | CBC News

Ontario Provincial Police completed an investigation into potential collusion among Toronto police officers who testified in a case where a man was acquitted of murdering a police officer, with findings pending public release after notifications.
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1 month ago

Ryan Wedding co-accused linked to Toronto police corruption probe moved to special jail unit | CBC Accessibility

Singh "has been placed in a special handling unit and has had limited access to counsel and the outside world since then," his lawyer Christopher Lutes said at a brief hearing on Wednesday. Singh has been held at the maximum-security Toronto South Detention Centre (TSDC) since he was arrested in October 2024 at his then residence, on the 34th floor of Toronto's former Trump Hotel.
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1 month ago

GTA jail guard arrested based on information from corruption probe: police | CBC News

A Greater Toronto Area jail guard was arrested and charged with firearms offences, breach of trust, and computer fraud following information from Project South, a major corruption investigation involving Toronto police officers.
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1 month ago
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Brian Da Costa, alleged drug trafficker accused of bribing Toronto cops, gets $1.5M bail | CBC News

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1 month ago

GTA jail guard arrested based on information from corruption probe: police | CBC News

A Greater Toronto Area jail guard was arrested and charged with firearms offences, breach of trust, and computer fraud following information from Project South, a major corruption investigation involving Toronto police officers.
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Brian Da Costa, alleged drug trafficker accused of bribing Toronto cops, gets $1.5M bail | CBC News

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1 month ago

Hamilton judge rules Ontario's sex offender registry is unconstitutional. What could happen next? | CBC News

Ontario's mandatory lifetime sex offender registry and reporting requirements are unconstitutional, though the registry itself should continue with modified conditions.
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1 month ago

Man charged with threatening Ontario Premier Doug Ford: OPP | CBC News

A 20-year-old man has been charged with threatening Ontario Premier Doug Ford, provincial police said Thursday. The Ontario Provincial Police, which is tasked with protecting premiers, said the investigation began in mid-February and culminated in the man facing one count of uttering threats to cause harm.
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2 months ago

Chief justice who pushed to modernize Ontario court system retiring in May | CBC News

"pushed us rather quickly into the 21st century instead."
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1 month ago

Alleged attack on Crown attorney from prisoner box prompts calls for Ontario to step up safety in courtrooms | CBC News

Ontario courtroom safety is inadequate after a Crown attorney was assaulted by a shackled man, prompting calls for government action to improve court facilities and security measures.
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1 month ago

Toronto student jailed in Pakistan over social media content denied bail | CBC News

A University of Toronto PhD student arrested in Pakistan for alleged social media misinformation has been denied bail, with authorities citing the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act.
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2 months ago

How will the Toronto police corruption probe impact ongoing criminal cases? Experts weigh in | CBC News

A major corruption probe that led to the arrest of several Toronto police officers this week could put ongoing criminal court prosecutions at risk if the courts deem the officers' credibility fatal to the cases in question, experts say. The allegations against the officers have the ability to spoil entire cases, Criminal Lawyers' Association president Adam Weisberg says. This has the potential to cause a lot of cases to have to be stayed or withdrawn, he told CBC Toornto.
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