Legal Resources

If you are guilty of a criminal offence, a judge will decide your sentence. Learn about some of the possible sentences: a discharge, a suspended sentence, and a conditional sentence.

Typically, for someone to be charged with a crime, the police must recommend charges and a prosecutor (called Crown counsel) must approve the charge. Learn what’s involved in the process.

A youth record sets out a young person’s involvement in Canada’s youth justice system. This booklet contains public legal information on frequently asked questions about a youth record, access to and closure of a youth record, and consequences of a record.

Explains what rights victims have to information from the Parole Board of Canada.

Use this page to learn about waiting periods, eligibility, and how to apply for a record suspension.

These videos show victims how a parole hearing works, how to access information about the offender, and how to attend a hearing or present a statement.

This booklet provides legal education, sexual violence awareness, and community resources for international students in remote/underserved areas in BC. It includes information on the law and consent, reporting sexual assault to the police, legal protection options, and human rights law.

This resource provides information about domestic violence and the law. It also offers resources and support for those affected by domestic violence.

You have rights when you deal with the police — as well as some responsibilities. The following information describes what you should know if you have to deal with the police.

Outlines the roles and responsibilities of the client and lawyer so that each knows what to expect from the legal aid contract. Explains what the lawyer’s time on the case includes, change of lawyer requests, and how to make a complaint.