All charges have been withdrawn against a police officer of the Ontario Provincial Police at the request of the Crown further to the Crown’s assessment that there was no reasonable prospect of conviction in the matter. The officer’s matter concluded on March 25, 2024. You can read the news coverage from the CBC, CTV News, and the Toronto Star.
Markson Law secures favourable outcome in matter involving Niagara police officer
All charges have been stayed against a police officer of the Niagara Regional Police Service at the request of the Crown after the credibility of the Crown’s key witness was called into question. The officer’s matter concluded on December 20, 2021. You can read the news coverage from The Globe and Mail, CBC, and St. Catharines Standard.
Joseph Markson to moderate upcoming panel at the OBA's Institute series program
Joseph will host the “Best Practices and Insights from Around the Globe in Criminal Law” panel at the OBA’s Institute Across Borders: Legal Issues and Best Practices for Ontario Lawyers from Around the World webinar on November 10, 2021. Attendees will learn about Canadian, Mexican, and US perspectives on criminal law matters and the status of court operations.
You can learn more about the event here.
Joseph Markson recognized by Best Lawyers™ in Canada 2022 for his work in Criminal Defence
Markson Law congratulates Joseph Markson, who was selected by his peers for recognition in the 16th Edition of Best Lawyers™ in Canada in the category of Criminal Defence.
Kate Robertson authors report commissioned by the Law Commission of Ontario
Kate Robertson and Jill R. Presser authored a report commissioned by the Law Commission of Ontario (LCO) regarding novel forensic evidence technique and risks in Canada’s justice system regarding wrongful convictions. You can read the full report here.
More information regarding the release of the report by the LCO can be found here.
Kate Robertson interviewed by CBA National regarding proposed regulations governing the use of artificial intelligence
Kate Robertson was interviewed by the Canadian Bar Association National regarding proposed regulations governing the use of artificial intelligence. You can read the full article here.
Kate Robertson to present at the 13th National Symposium on Tech Crime and Electronic Evidence
Kate Robertson will join Crown counsel and law enforcement personnel to discuss how the latest technologies, digital investigations, and digital evidence affect practical issues and approaches regarding search and seizure at Osgoode Hall’s annual conference.
The event takes place via webcast September 14, 2020. You can find out more about the event here.