Exemptions to charges in overdose cases unlikely to increase trust

Although a new law that exempts individuals who seek emergency assistance following a drug overdose from simple possession charges is laudable, it may not be enough to encourage more people to remain at the scene, Toronto criminal lawyer Melanie Webb writes in The Lawyer’s Daily.

Bail reform doesn't seem to be on the horizon

Canada's bail system needs reforming because it's not being applied uniformly across the country and remains unattainable for many marginalized people, says Toronto criminal lawyer Melanie Webb.

Changes to sex assault laws threaten to undermine fair trial

Proposed changes to Canada's sex assault laws threaten to undermine the fair trial rights of accused people by forcing them to disclose evidence in their possession, says Toronto criminal lawyer Melanie Webb.

Lawyer-client visiting hours at jails is restricting access to justice

Limited face-to-face lawyer-client visiting hours at some Ontario correctional institutions restricts full access to justice, says Toronto criminal lawyer Melanie Webb.

Issues around proposed marijuana laws mean revision needed

With concerns raised already about the proposed marijuana legislation, it’s expected the laws will be amended before they are passed, Toronto criminal lawyer Melanie Webb writes in The Lawyers Daily.