Melanie’s article on “Challenges in Dealing with Police Expert Witnesses” was published in the October 2024 issue of “For the Defence”, the newsletter for The Criminal Lawyers’ Association. In this article, Melanie writes on effective preparation for and contesting of the admissibility of police expert evidence.
On February 28th, Melanie spoke via webcast to the Ontario Bar Association on the topic of “post-bail hearing practical considerations”, specifically, bail variations and bail reviews.
On October 4th, Melanie testified before the Senate Standing Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs, on Bill C-48, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (bail reform), representing the Canadian Bar…
Melanie was elected by acclamation as Toronto Regional Director to the Ontario Bar Association for 2023-2024. Click here for the announcement and full slate.