Kruse Law

06/30/2026

Can you legally transport unopened alcohol in your vehicle?

Many Ontario drivers are surprised to learn the rules are more specific than they think.

Learn when transporting alcohol is legal and what mistakes could lead to penalties.

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https://www.kruselaw.ca/blog/can-you-have-unopened-alcohol-in-your-car-in-ontario/

06/25/2026

Language matters.

Canada has recently adopted updated terminology relating to offences involving children, reflecting a broader understanding of the harm these crimes cause.

Learn what changed and why it matters.

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https://www.kruselaw.ca/blog/a-change-in-canadian-legal-terminology-child-s*xual-abuse-and-exploitation-material/

06/22/2026

Ontario drivers are facing tougher consequences for warn range alcohol readings.

Recent changes have increased penalties and administrative licence suspensions, even where no criminal charge is laid.

Learn what these new rules mean for Ontario drivers.

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https://www.kruselaw.ca/blog/impaired-driving-dui-blog/new-administrative-license-changes-for-warn-range/

06/17/2026

Many people assume there is a fixed sentence for every criminal offence.

The reality is often more complicated.

Learn how mandatory minimum penalties for s*xual interference have changed in Canada and what courts consider during sentencing.

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https://www.kruselaw.ca/blog/s*xual-assault-blog/mandatory-minimum-penalties-for-s*xual-interference/

06/12/2026

Can registered s*x offenders use Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or other social media platforms?

The answer depends on the circumstances and any court-ordered restrictions that may be in place.

Learn how Canadian courts approach internet and social media restrictions.

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https://www.kruselaw.ca/blog/s*xual-assault-blog/are-s*x-offenders-allowed-on-social-media/

The answer to whether s*x offenders are allowed on social media in Canada is complex and depends entirely on specific court orders and supervision conditions imposed on individual offenders. Unlike some countries with blanket social media bans for all s*x offenders, Canada uses an individualised app...

06/09/2026

Most DUI charges never make it to trial.

In fact, only a small percentage of impaired driving cases in Ontario end up before a judge.

So what happens to the rest?

Learn how DUI cases are typically resolved and why some proceed to trial while others do not.

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The overwhelming majority of DUI cases in Canada never see the inside of a courtroom for trial. According to the Ontario Court of Justice, in 2025 only a very small percentage of impaired driving cases in Ontario went to trial. This statistic reflects a broader pattern across Canadian

06/05/2026

Criminal charges and civil lawsuits are two very different legal processes.

Can someone sue for damages even if no criminal conviction occurred?

Learn how civil s*xual assault lawsuits work in Ontario and how they differ from criminal proceedings.

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Civil s*xual assault lawsuits provide survivors with an important legal avenue for seeking justice and compensation outside of the criminal justice system. These cases operate under different rules, standards, and objectives than criminal proceedings, offering survivors more control over the process...

06/05/2026

The World Junior Hockey s*xual assault trial generated national attention and strong public opinions.

But beyond the headlines, the case highlights some of the most important principles of Canada's criminal justice system, including the presumption of innocence, burden of proof, and reasonable doubt.

Learn what this case teaches us about criminal trials in Canada.

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High-profile s*xual assault cases often generate intense public interest and strong reactions, but they also provide valuable opportunities to educate Canadians about how our criminal justice system actually functions. The London, OntarioWorld Junior hockey s*xual assault trial-which concluded in Ju...

03/31/2026

If you're driving on a 400-series highway near Toronto, you might assume only the OPP can pull you over.

But is that actually true?

Learn when Toronto Police vs OPP have jurisdiction on highways.

Read the article:https://www.kruselaw.ca/blog/can-toronto-police-pull-you-over-on-the-highway/

03/26/2026

Many people assume certain weapons are legal for self-defence in Canada.

But Canadian weapons laws are strict — and often misunderstood.

Mike Kruse explains what the law actually allows.

Read more here: https://www.kruselaw.ca/blog/self-defence-weapons-in-canada-do-they-exist/