Kruse Law

If you're driving on a 400-series highway near Toronto, you might assume only the OPP can pull you over.

But is that actually true?

Learn when Toronto Police vs OPP have jurisdiction on highways.

Read the article:https://www.kruselaw.ca/blog/can-toronto-police-pull-you-over-on-the-highway/

Many people assume certain weapons are legal for self-defence in Canada.

But Canadian weapons laws are strict — and often misunderstood.

Mike Kruse explains what the law actually allows.

Read more here: https://www.kruselaw.ca/blog/self-defence-weapons-in-canada-do-they-exist/

Many people ask whether verbal abuse or threats count as assault under Canadian law.

The answer is more nuanced than most people think.

Learn when words alone can lead to criminal charges.

Read the article: https://www.kruselaw.ca/blog/is-verbal-assault-a-crime/

Self-defence is legal in Canada — but only under specific circumstances.

When does protecting yourself cross the line into assault?

Criminal defence lawyer Mike Kruse explains how Canadian law looks at self-defence.

Watch the video:
https://www.kruselaw.ca/video/whats-the-legal-difference-between-self-defence-and-assault-in-canada/

A CPIC background check can affect jobs, travel, and volunteer opportunities.

But what actually appears on a CPIC check?

Mike Kruse explains what information can show up — and what does not.

Watch here:
https://www.kruselaw.ca/video/what-shows-up-on-a-cpic-police-check/

Many people assume that once garbage is outside their home, police can go through it freely.

But Canadian law around search and privacy is more complex than that.

Mike Kruse explains when police can — and cannot — search your trash.

Watch the video:
https://www.kruselaw.ca/video/do-police-need-a-search-warrant-to-go-through-your-trash-in-canada/

our phone contains a massive amount of private information.

So can police search it during a traffic stop?

The answer depends on several legal factors — including warrants and your Charter rights.

Mike Kruse explains what Canadian law allows.

Watch the full breakdown:
https://www.kruselaw.ca/video/can-police-search-your-phone-during-traffic-stops/

Security guards are not police officers.

But they do have certain legal powers that many people misunderstand.

When are you legally required to comply with security?
When can you walk away?

Mike Kruse explains the difference.

Watch here:
https://www.kruselaw.ca/video/do-you-legally-have-to-stop-and-comply-with-security-guards-in-canada/

You have the right to remain silent in Canada — but many people don’t fully understand when that right applies.

Do you actually have to answer police questions during an investigation or traffic stop?

Criminal defence lawyer Mike Kruse explains what the law says and what your rights really are.

Watch the video:
https://www.kruselaw.ca/video/do-you-have-to-answer-police-questions-in-canada/

Criminal cases in Canada can take years to resolve. In some situations, delays can lead to charges being dismissed.

Mike Kruse explains why this happens and how it can affect your case.

Watch here:
https://www.kruselaw.ca/video/why-do-so-many-cases-get-thrown-out-for-delay-in-canada/

Your phone contains your most private information.

Find out when police can ask for your password and when you have the right to refuse.

Watch here:
https://www.kruselaw.ca/video/can-police-demand-your-phone-password-in-canada/

Being stopped by store security can be stressful and confusing.

Learn whether you are legally required to stay and what your rights are.

Watch here:
https://www.kruselaw.ca/video/do-you-legally-have-to-stay-if-security-accuses-you-of-shoplifting/