Legal Resources

Helps you learn how to spot and guard against scams that try to trick you out of your money. It covers 15 of the most common scams that affect British Columbians, explains the growing problem of identity theft, and tells you the steps to take if you have been the victim of a scam.

Appearance notices or summons tell a person they must appear in court to respond to a criminal charge. Learn what to do when you get an appearance notice or summons.

This page explains your rights and what steps to take if you've been charged for driving without insurance.

A criminal conviction can seriously affect the rest of your life. Understand what it means to “plead guilty” to a criminal charge, and learn the steps involved in the process.

It is criminal harassment for someone to repeatedly follow or contact you or engage in threatening behaviour to make you afraid. This can also include cyberbullying. Learn what you should know and how to deal with the problem.

If there is a warrant for your arrest, you may not be able to get welfare benefits. Learn when this rule applies, and options to deal with an outstanding warrant.

The police give out a “violation ticket” for less serious driving offences. Learn the options available if you get a traffic ticket, and the steps involved in disputing the ticket.

A question-and-answer video that explains what sexual harassment in the workplace is, what options you have if you have experiened it, and where you might find support.

Impaired driving is a serious offence with complex legal and technical issues and significant penalties if you’re convicted. Learn what to expect if you’re charged with impaired driving.

Shoplifting is taking (or trying to take) something from a store without paying for it, with the intention of stealing. Learn what to expect if you’ve been charged with shoplifting.