Nova Scotia Criminal Law Resources and Information

If you’re looking for more information about Criminal Law in Nova Scotia, please see the documents or the links listed below.

Know Your Rights: What Are Your Rights If You Are Stopped By The Police?

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View NSLA’s Video on YouTube on this topic at: NSLA YouTube Channel

Know Your Rights: What are Your Rights if the Police Think You Have Been Drinking or Taking Drugs and Driving?

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Know Your Rights: How Can Telephone Duty Counsel Help You?

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View NSLA’s Video on YouTube on this topic at: NSLA YouTube Channel

You’ve Been Criminally Charged: Now What?

Bail – Frequently Asked Questions

Arraignment – Your First Court Appearance

Pleas and Election

Trials and Preliminary Inquiries

Testifying in Court

Sentencing

Other Resolution Methods

Peace Bonds

Motor Vehicle & Other Summary Offence Matters