Do Judges Take Prior Record into Consideration? An Analysis of the Sentencing of Repeat Offenders in British Columbia
August 8, 2012A fundamental principle in nearly every common-law jurisdiction, such as the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the United…
The Value of Resources in Solving Homicides: The Difference Between Gang Related and Non-Gang Related Cases
June 2, 2012In order to solve homicides, there are a number of important factors that contribute to the police’s likelihood of success,…
Challenges Associated with Interpreting and Using Police Clearance Rates
June 1, 2012Police-reported crime statistics include frequency of criminal incidents, the severity of incidents, and the solve rate of incidents (Statistics Canada,…
Residential Smoke Alarms
April 1, 2012Smoke alarms are small, self-contained electrical units that signal an alarm warning when detecting the presence of smoke or fire.…
Driving and Personal Electronic Use
March 24, 2012Under section 214 of the British Columbian Motor Vehicle Act, it is illegal to use any hand-held device while operating…
Marijuana and Driving
March 23, 2012Marijuana (also known as cannabis) is a widely used drug, particularly among young people. Marijuana use among Canadian youth has…
Drinking and Driving
March 23, 2012Alcohol and other substances impact a driver’s ability to make accurate judgments. It can slow reflexes, making accidents much more…
Binge Drinking
March 22, 2012Binge drinking has increased over the last decade, especially with youth between the ages of 15 to 25. A 2003…
Energy Drinks
March 22, 2012Energy drinks provide physical and mental stimulation for short periods of time. Popular energy drinks in Canada include Monster, RedBull,…
Ecstasy Use: An Information Guide for Parents and Youth Workers
March 22, 2012Ecstasy is a recreational drug often used at house parties, raves, or nightclubs. Ecstasy is commonly referred to as MDMA…
