Homicide (Murder & Manslaughter)

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Homicide is the most serious charge in the Criminal Code and carries with it the ultimate penalty of life imprisonment with lengthy terms of parole ineligibility. Clients facing murder or manslaughter charges need to very carefully consider the lawyer who they want to assist them with this most serious of matters. More so than with any other charge, it is vital for clients to consider lead counsel who are part of an experienced team backed by the logistical and legal support that a strong firm backbone can provide. At Adler Bytensky Prutschi, our partners are all experienced with the defence of homicide cases. Our associates, articling students and legal assistants provide the staff support necessary to adequately respond to the enormous power the state can bring to bear in such cases.

Articles On Homicide - By Boris Bytensky

• The role of lie detector tests in a murder investigation
• The sentences resulting from first degree murder, second degree murder and manslaughter
• How plea bargaining works in a murder trial
• Situations in which an innocent person might plead guilty to a murder charge
• The use of DNA in a murder charge

Audio Podcasts On Homicide - By Boris Bytensky

• The Use Of Lie Detectors By Police - with Boris Bytensky
• Defending Innocent Clients - with Boris Bytensky
• The Jury's Influence On Sentencing In Murder Cases - with Boris Bytensky
• Plea Bargains In A Homicide Case - with Boris Bytensky
• Different Definitions Of Homicide - with Boris Bytensky
• Different Sentences Of Homicide - with Boris Bytensky