sexual offences

SCC to Decide Constitutionality of New Procedure for Admitting Private Records in Sexual Offences Trials

Update: On March 25, 2021, the SCC granted leave in A.S. v Her Majesty the Queen, et al. (39516), an appeal of an Ontario Superior Court decision finding ss 278.92, 278.94(2), and 278.94(3) unconstitutional. That case will be heard alongside R v J.J.   Cross-examination can be a re-traumatizing experience for complainants in sexual offences trials—not least […]

Sentencing Principles for Sexual Offences Against Children: SCC’s Stance in R v Friesen

Content warning: The following article contains content regarding sexual offences against a child that may be triggering for some readers.   What elements should be considered when determining sentencing principles for sexual offences against children? Are there special factors that need to be considered for these morally reprehensible offences, or do offenders deserve more certainty […]