Paul Lewandowski is a criminal lawyer in Ottawa, Ontario. He is featured on The Crime Scene, a 1310 News blog that analyses news and current events in the criminal law sphere. Featured below are some links to the various articles and postings.
An analysis of Senator Patrick Brazeau's recent plea of guilt to charges of assault simpliciter and possession of cocaine, in addition to a commentary on why the sexual assault charge was withdrawn at the request of the Crown. Crown cites "no reasonable prospect of conviction" and withdraws sexual assault charges against Senator Patrick Brazeau
An analysis of the Bill Cosby allegations and the charges he could face if he were prosecuted in Canada. Bill Cosby - What charges could Bill Cosby Face?
Paul Lewandowski discusses an Ottawa impaired driving case, and why it is fundamental that Canadians be allowed to challenge evidence against them in a criminal case.
IMPAIRED DRIVING AND THE CHARTER
A brief analysis of the criminal law principles that are considered when sentencing a sex offender. Ottawa lawyer Paul Lewandowski describes the manner in which the Crown, the defence and the Court will approach the sentencing on serious sexual offences.
SENTENCING SEX OFFENDERS
A brief analysis of the criminal breach of trust charge against Senator Mike Duffy pursuant to section 122 of the Criminal Code of Canada. Ottawa lawyer Paul Lewandowski describes the elements of the offence and what the Crown will be required to prove to obtain a conviction.
SECTION 122 - BREACH OF TRUST