Last Friday, the Supreme Court of Canada released its decision in R. v. Kirkpatrick, which ruled that when someone is required by their partner to wear a condom during sex but they do not, they could be guilty of sexual assault.
Webb to chair program on Women in Criminal Law at the Canadian Bar Association
On June 22nd, Melanie will be chairing an important program on Women in Criminal Law at the Canadian Bar Association, bringing together experienced panelists from the bench and both sides of the bar to share their insight and experiences in this challenging profession.
Webb to chair program on s. 11(b) at the Canadian Bar Association
On April 5th, Melanie will chair a webinar on section 11(b) (the Charter right to trial within a reasonable time), at the Canadian Bar Association. The program will include panelists from across Canada, and include a “cross-country check-up” on on how the courts have been treating “Covid-related” delay, among other topics.
Webb returns to OBA Council as Toronto Regional Representative
On March 25th, Melanie returned to OBA Council, this time as Toronto Regional Representative. She previously sat on OBA Council while serving as Chair of the Criminal Justice Section.
Webb speaks to PostMedia on appellate review after a recent SCC decision
Webb is quoted in The Lawyer's Daily on a recent sexual assault appeal
Melanie spoke with The Lawyer’s Daily on a recent appellate case dealing with sexual assault and the improper reliance on rape myths.
Webb speaks to the Ontario Bar Association on bail
On February 25, 2021, Melanie addressed the Ontario Bar Association on bail in a panel jointly presented by the Criminal Justice and Citizenship and Immigration Law sections.
Webb to participate in a panel on access to justice in criminal law at Ryerson
Melanie will participate on a panel at the Ryerson Criminal Law Students’ Society to share her perspectives on criminal law and access to justice, next Thursday, February 11th.
Webb speaks with the Law Times on the considerations involved with conducting remote hearings
Melanie spoke with the Law Times to provide her perspective on the challenges and considerations that go into deciding whether or not a remote hearing is appropriate.
Webb shares her thoughts in The Lawyer's Daily on recent Court of Appeal decision
Melanie was interviewed by The Lawyer’s Daily on her thoughts regarding the recent decision of the Court of Appeal in R. v. Cook, 2020 ONCA 731, where the Court ordered a new trial for a man convicted of several drug offences. This case speaks to the necessity of the Court, defence counsel, and the Crown to remain vigilant throughout trial, and guard against the admission of highly prejudicial evidence.