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LSLAP Manual: Motor Vehicle Law

Law Students’ Legal Advice Program (LSLAP)
This chapter on motor vehicle law is from the manual used by law students handling cases at LSLAP’s legal clinics. It provides an overview of licensing requirements and driving offences such as impaired driving, careless driving, and failure to remain at the scene of an accident.
Last reviewed March 2026
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Cannabis Legalization and Regulation

Government of Canada
Information on the Cannabis Act, which creates a strict legal framework for controlling the production, distribution, sale, and possession of cannabis across Canada.
Last reviewed March 2026
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Publications for Victims of Crime

Government of British Columbia
Links to publications that can help victims, including information on specific crimes (in English, Chinese, Punjabi, and French) and on the restitution program. It also links to information about peace bonds and protection orders, victims’ rights, the Crime Victim Assistance Program, and more.
Last reviewed March 2026
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Preventing Sexual Exploitation of Children and Youth

Government of British Columbia
Explain what sexual exploitation of children and youth is. Topics covered include the organizations, service providers, and community partners preventing sexual exploitation and trafficking (Children of the Street and Community Action Teams). It also describes handouts and toolkits communities can use, and contains links to more resources.
Last reviewed March 2026
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Information on Making It Easier for Young Victims and Witnesses to Testify

Government of British Columbia
This information sheet is part of the Help Starts Here series and provides information for young victims and witnesses who need to testify in court.
Last reviewed March 2026
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Help Is Available for Those Dealing with Sudden Death

Government of British Columbia
Sudden loss of a loved one may have wide-ranging consequences — not only intense emotional effects but also physical symptoms and financial hardship. This information sheet is part of the Help Starts Here series and is written for families and friends dealing with sudden death.
Last reviewed March 2026
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Mentally Disordered Accused and the Justice System in British Columbia

Government of British Columbia
Explains how cases involving mentally disordered accused individuals are handled by the justice system. It describes what happens when a person accused of a crime is found either unfit to stand trial or not criminally responsible for an offence because of a mental disorder.
Last reviewed March 2026
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Provincial Violation Ticket Forms (including Motor Vehicle Act offences)

Government of British Columbia
This page has court forms for violation tickets, including motor vehicle offences. The forms are in a PDF format that can be filled out and printed.
Last reviewed March 2026
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How to Dispute a Provincial Violation Ticket

Government of British Columbia
This page explains how to dispute a provincial violation ticket. It includes the notice of dispute form in a format that can be filled in and printed.
Last reviewed March 2026
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How to Pay a Provincial Violation Ticket

Government of British Columbia
This page explains the various ways to pay a provincial violation ticket.
Last reviewed March 2026