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Indecent Act (s. 173) Charges in Canada: Offences, Defences, Punishments
What is an “Indecent Act” in Canada Committing an indecent act is criminalized under section 173 of the Criminal Code of Canada. The wording of the statute makes it so that committing an indecent act willfully in a “public place, in the presence of one or more persons, or in any place with the intent to insult or offend any person” is a ...
What do I do if I missed my fingerprinting or court date?
If you missed your fingerprints or court date, a warrant has likely issued for your arrest. If you do not have a lawyer, you will need to go to the police station to turn yourself in. The police will then decide whether to re-release you, and on what conditions. You will be charged with the criminal offence of failing to appear. Sometimes hiring a lawyer ...
I was given documents saying I have to go to court. Do I have to go?
If you have received documents that indicate that you have to go to court, you have to go. failure to attend court on the date set out in your release document will likely result in you being charged with the criminal offence of failing to appear; in addition, a warrant will issue for your arrest. If you have received a subpoena that indicates that you ...
