Alberta's drug treatment court program, a rigorous alternative to incarceration, marks 20 years in Edmonton and has expanded to six other cities. Clients say the intensive recovery path is harder than choosing jail.
An Ontario court judge has ruled that seizing Chris Barber's 'Big Red' truck would be a disproportionate punishment. Read the full details of the decision.
A 14-year-old appeared in provincial court in Regina for a swatting incident in the city's southwest. The hoax emergency call led to a significant tactical police deployment. Learn the details and legal implications.
The Liberal government defends Bill C-16's approach to mandatory minimums, rejecting calls from Pierre Poilievre to invoke the notwithstanding clause. Learn about the Charter debate.
A Kitchener man is sentenced to three months in jail for violating a court order just hours after his release from prison. Read the full details of the case and sentencing.
A Saskatchewan man accused of a 2007 child sexual assault has been given a two-year conditional sentence by the Court of King's Bench in Regina. Read the full details of the case and sentencing.
Canada's Supreme Court will begin hearings on Quebec's controversial secularism law, Bill 21, on March 23, 2026. The landmark case will examine the law's constitutionality and its impact on religious freedoms.
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that Texas can proceed with a controversial congressional map backed by former President Trump for the upcoming midterm elections. Get the latest details on this pivotal decision.
A Vancouver judge has found a convicted murderer in contempt of court for refusing to answer questions, citing the 'inmate code.' The ruling highlights tensions between court orders and prison culture.
Luigi Mangione's evidence hearing proceeds in Manhattan, coinciding with the anniversary of the UnitedHealthcare CEO's death. Get the latest court updates.
The Moose Jaw Provincial Court has finished a $460,000 renovation project. The upgrades aim to improve functionality and access for the Saskatchewan justice system.
A Moose Jaw RCMP officer faces charges related to an on-duty incident. The case will return to Moose Jaw Provincial Court in 2026. Get the latest details.
A Nova Scotia teen has pleaded guilty to weapons charges linked to alleged school threats. The court has ordered the youth to stay away from Citadel High School. Learn the details of the case and the court's ruling.
Apple Inc. faces a wave of class action lawsuits in the EU after the bloc's top court ruled Dutch users can sue collectively in the Netherlands, regardless of location. The decision challenges Apple's jurisdictional defenses.
Costco and dozens of other major companies are suing the Trump administration to secure refunds if the Supreme Court strikes down controversial global tariffs. Read the latest on this high-stakes trade battle.
Luigi Mangione appeared in Manhattan court for a dispute over evidence in the UnitedHealthcare CEO killing case. Get the latest details on this high-profile legal battle.
A U.S. appeals court has disqualified Alina Habba, former personal lawyer to Donald Trump, from serving as New Jersey's top federal prosecutor. The ruling deals a legal blow to the Trump administration's appointment strategy. Read the full details.
A Japanese high court has ruled against same-sex marriage, setting up a crucial Supreme Court decision that could reshape LGBTQ+ rights in Japan. Follow this developing story.
A Montreal judge delays verdict in human trafficking case after Supreme Court ruling questions if drivers are protectors or pimps. Decision expected February 2025.
Russian court hands life sentences to eight individuals convicted of terrorism for the 2022 attack on the Kerch Bridge connecting Russia to annexed Crimea. Details emerge.
Mani Alizadeh won his court case against his ex-partner but now faces the challenging task of collecting the money himself. Learn about Quebec's collection system challenges.
Canada's Supreme Court eliminated mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography, prompting conservative calls for the notwithstanding clause and sparking debate about judicial overreach.
Manitoba Métis Federation president David Chartrand has been cleared of all wrongdoing by a Winnipeg court in a case launched by the national Métis organization. Read the full ruling details.
Justice Minister Sean Fraser announces legislation to restore mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography possession after Supreme Court ruling. New bill expected by year-end.
One of four individuals accused in an alleged Quebec extremist plot appeared in court, with proceedings scheduled to resume next year. Learn about the case details and what comes next.
A Houthi court in Yemen has handed down death sentences to 17 individuals convicted of espionage. Learn about the details and international implications of this controversial ruling.
Saskatoon court upholds ruling in Vern's Pizza franchise case. Learn about the legal battle and its implications for franchise businesses in Saskatchewan.
Warren Steinley condemns the SCC's 5-4 decision striking down mandatory minimums for child sexual abuse material possession. Read why Conservatives are demanding action.
MPP Chris Scott's assault case in Sault Ste. Marie gets six-week adjournment, with next court date set for December 24. Follow the latest developments in this ongoing legal matter.
Lethbridge celebrates the opening of Alberta's first Indigenous court, marking a significant step toward reconciliation and culturally appropriate justice for Indigenous communities.