Speaker:
Stephanie Dickson, Principal, Pender Litigation, Vancouver BC.
Date and time:
Tuesday, February 11, 2025 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Description of the session:
Criminal proceedings are especially daunting for sexual assault complainants when their credibility and reliability are questioned, and their private records disclosed during trials. R. v. J.J., 2022 SCC 28 improved privacy protections of sexual assault complainants and expanded their rights to participate in court applications that decide when their private information, including third party records, can be used in trials. In this presentation, Stephanie Dickson will discuss R. v. J.J., relevant Criminal Code sections 276-278, and when and how such applications may be made. Stephanie will also highlight best practices in working and supporting clients to navigate sections 276-278 in criminal proceedings.
Participants in this presentation may claim up to 1.0 hours of CPD credit with LSBC.
To register:
https://www.courthouselibrary.ca/training-professional-development/cpd-training
Presented in partnership with Courthouse Libraries BC and Community Legal Assistance Society’s Stand Informed Legal Advice Services.