Differences with Provincial & Federal sentences.
The differences between a Federal and Provincial sentence is the length of the sentence. Provincial sentences are served in provincial jails while federal sentences are served in a penitentiary.
Read moreAre inmates able to make phone calls from prison?
Before an inmate is allowed to make a phone call from prison, he/she must submit a pin list application to the institution to have the individual’s number approved.
Read moreWhat is a bail hearing & how it works?
After an arrest, the accused person must be given the opportunity for bail either at the police station or at the court’s before a judge. The details within outlines the process involved.
Read moreBail Conditions and why bail can be denied!
Getting Bail is a privilege, not a right and the onus is on the accused and his/her lawyer to convince the court that bail should be granted. and if it were that the accused is not a risk.
Read moreWhy you should get a lawyer?
Having the representation of a lawyer is especially important when one’s freedom and liberty is at stake.. Plus it allows for the best representation and chance to out of jail.
Read moreWhat is a Surety and who can be one?
A surety is any person or group of people who takes on the role of being responsible for an accused while he/she is on bail. Not everyone can be a surety. a surety must meet some specific criteria.
Read moreWhat Sureties need to know!
Becoming a surety is a serious matter and this role puts plenty at stake for both the accused and the individual charged. It is important to know what you are getting into. Know your role and understand your responsibility.
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