Five Teens Charged After Stolen Car Crash in Scarborough
Five 17-year-olds face charges after a stolen vehicle crashed into a cemetery fence in Scarborough, sending all occupants to hospital with injuries. Toronto Police continue to investigate.
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Montreal man convicted of quadruple murder granted bail
A Montreal man's quadruple murder conviction faces review as Ottawa examines a potential miscarriage of justice. He has been granted bail pending the federal reassessment.
Charges Laid Against Man Shot by Calgary Police
A man involved in a police shooting at a northwest Calgary LRT station has been formally charged. Get the latest details on this developing story and its implications.
Man convicted in Brossard murders seeks release during review
Daniel Jolivet, who has served 33 years for four murders, will learn Friday if he can be released on bail while the federal government investigates his case for a potential wrongful conviction.
Teen gets max sentence for role in contract killing
A teenage girl receives a 10-year sentence, the maximum under youth law, for her role in the contract killing of a West Island boy. Get the full details on the Quebec court ruling.
Girl pleads guilty in Evan Hardy Collegiate fire assault
A 14-year-old girl has pleaded guilty to attempted murder after lighting a classmate on fire at Evan Hardy Collegiate in Saskatoon. The victim suffered serious injuries requiring specialized care.
Teen charged in NYC subway arson case
An 18-year-old high school student faces arson charges for allegedly setting a fire that injured a passenger on the New York City subway. Get the latest details on the incident and charges.
Sentencing delayed for Calgary teen's killer
The second brother convicted in the 2023 manslaughter of Danillo Canales Glenn in Copperfield will be sentenced in June. Get the latest on this Calgary court case.
Supreme Court restores woman's attempted murder conviction
The Supreme Court of Canada has reinstated a woman's conviction for the attempted murder of her mother. The ruling, delivered on December 5, 2025, overturns a previous appeal court decision. Read the full details of this significant legal reversal.
Judge to rule in Quebec triple murder case in January
A Quebec judge will decide in January if a man accused of a 2023 triple stabbing in Montreal was criminally responsible. The ruling follows a high-profile trial.
Saskatchewan expands criminal name change restrictions
Saskatchewan's government has broadened its list of criminal offences that prevent offenders from legally changing their names. Learn about the new regulations and their implications.
MP's Bill Aims to End Immigration-Based Sentencing Leniency
Conservative MP Michelle Rempel Garner pushes Bill C-220 to stop courts from considering immigration status in sentencing for serious crimes, challenging a 2013 ruling.
Judge OKs release plan for Slender Man stabbing woman
A Wisconsin judge has approved a conditional release plan for Morgan Geyser, who stabbed a classmate in 2014 to please the fictional Slender Man. Learn about the case and the path forward.
10,000 Cases Tossed Yearly Over Trial Delays in Canada
A staggering 10,000 criminal cases, including murder and sexual assault, are stayed annually in Canada due to court delays. As governments argue before the Supreme Court, victims' rights hang in the balance.
Deportation Debate for Non-Citizen Criminals in Canada
A controversial case in Bradford, Ont., sparks a national debate on whether judges should consider immigration consequences during sentencing for serious crimes. Read the full analysis.
World AIDS Day marked by calls for criminal law reform
On World AIDS Day, Canadian activists and politicians unite to demand reform of HIV criminalization laws, emphasizing public health over punishment. Learn about the push for change.
Mangione Fights Evidence in CEO Murder Trial
Lawyers for Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare's CEO, are fighting to exclude key evidence. The legal battle unfolds as the high-profile case proceeds.
Ottawa Court Delays Reach Crisis Point: Lawyer
Ottawa's justice system faces a crisis as judicial delays force majority of criminal cases to be stayed or withdrawn, violating accused rights under Jordan ruling.
Public Concerns: Rent Control, Taxes, Crime in Letters
Toronto Sun readers share strong opinions on rent control policies, Ontario tax increases, and rising criminality across Canadian cities in November 30 letters.
Jury Duty Psychology: How 12 Canadians Decide Fate
Exclusive look at jury deliberation psychology through the Tamar Cupid case. How personalities clash and unite in Canada's justice system. Read the inside story.
New Trial Ordered in 1989 Toronto Child Murder Case
Timothy Rees, 60, awaits clarity after appeals court orders new trial in 1989 murder of 10-year-old Toronto girl. Case continues after decades.
New trial ordered in 1989 Toronto child murder case
The Ontario Court of Appeal has ordered a new trial in the 1989 murder case of a 10-year-old Toronto girl. Learn about the latest developments in this decades-old case.
Vancouver man gets jail time for assault during murder trial wait
James Plover receives months-long sentence for assault and threats as he awaits murder trial proceedings. Learn about the case details and legal implications.
Alberta duo charged in 2020 Ontario sex assault case
Ontario Provincial Police charge Alberta man and woman in sexual assault investigation dating back to 2020. Latest developments in ongoing case.
Report urges restorative justice for sex crimes in Ontario
A new report recommends Ontario allow restorative justice in sexual offence cases, aiming to provide healing for survivors and accountability for offenders. Learn about the proposed changes.
Edmonton judge throws out counterfeit money case
An Alberta judge has dismissed charges against a man accused of carrying counterfeit currency after evidence showed the bills were clearly Chinese replicas. Learn about this landmark Edmonton court decision.
Wisconsin Blocks Morgan Geyser's Conditional Release
Wisconsin authorities move to block Morgan Geyser's conditional release after her escape from a group home. Latest developments in the high-profile case.
Manitoba Premier Kinew Calls for Justice System Overhaul
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew urges PM Mark Carney for a sweeping overhaul of federal sentencing and parole. Read the details of their pivotal meeting and the proposed reforms.
Teen with prior arrests charged in Oshawa school stabbing
A 16-year-old with two prior arrests faces new charges after a double stabbing near an Oshawa high school. The case raises concerns about youth crime and bail effectiveness.
Ontario requires upfront cash bail in new justice bill
Ontario plans to require accused individuals to pay bail cash upfront under new legislation. Learn how this reform aims to improve compliance and the concerns about justice accessibility.
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