If you aren't familiar with the many types of offenses within the sex crimes category, it's possible that you could make a mistake that lands you in trouble with the law.
Is sexting considered a crime?
Over the past few years, the term "sexting" has grown in popularity. As a combination of the word "sex" and "texting" you can only imagine how much gray area there is with regard to the law.
Things to know about juvenile curfew laws
When it comes to juvenile curfew laws, parents and children alike should become familiar with what's expected of them. In short, this type of law is in place to ensure that juveniles are not in public areas or business establishments between certain hours, typically 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Cost of substance abuse has authorities on the lookout
For many years, it's been clear in many parts of the world, Canada included, that the cost of substance abuse is a major problem. While authorities have done their best in the past to clear things up, there is no way to put this to rest entirely.
Child pornography crimes carry long sentences
It doesn't matter where you live, child pornography laws are harsh. After all, most countries are serious about protecting minors.
Ontario drug ring leads to a ninth arrest
Police broke up an alleged drug ring on Aug. 31. They'd spent about half a year running Project Icarus, which was designed to take it down. The ring, which was apparently in southern Ontario and may have reached into the Toronto market, was said to be trafficking cocaine.
Minors are arrested for a disproportionate amount of crimes
In Canada, young people are arrested for more crimes than their population suggests they should be. About 13 percent of those who are alleged to have committed crimes are between the ages of 12 and 17. That may not seem high, but it does when you realize that this age group is a mere 7 percent of the overall population in the country.
