Criminal Code Help
Criminal Code Help
YOUR CITY: Regina, Saskatchewan
Select the City closest to you
Loading...
Home / Criminal Offences / Property Offences

Property Offences in Canada

Understanding Criminal Acts Against Property Rights

If you have been charged with a crime in Regina, you should consult with a criminal defence lawyer in your area

Property Offences

This section of the Criminal Code includes offences that involve the violation of someone's rights to the use and enjoyment of their property. These offences can include acts of vandalism, theft of mail or possession of items obtained through crime. Other offences include charging a criminal interest rate, forgery and extortion. There can be serious consequences for those who are convicted, and it is important to understand and respect the property rights of others.

Arson
Arson is the act of intentionally and maliciously setting fire to property. It is a serious crime that can have deadly consequences.
Break and Enter
Break and enter is defined as entering a residence, business or other property without permission to commit a crime
Criminal Interest Rate
Loan sharking involves lending someone money then charging them 60 percent or more in interest.
Extortion
Commonly known as blackmail, extortion is to force another person to do something through threats, accusations, menaces, or violence.
Forgery
Making a document "that you know to be false" to pass it off as genuine. The maximum penalty for forgery charges ranges from 10 to 14 years.
Mail Theft
If you steal mail, a Canada Post bag, sack or other container used to convey mail you can be charged, even if it didn't contain mail.
Mischief
Mischief is the wilful destruction of property, making it dangerous or useless to others.
Possession of Stolen Goods
It is an offence to be in possession of any item obtained through a criminal act, such as theft.
Robbery
Taking property that is not rightfully yours with the use of threats or violence and even weapons.
Theft
Taking property from others without their consent, unless you honestly believe it is yours.
Vandalism
Vandalism is covered by mischief charges and can come in many forms.

ReginaLawyersNear Me

Phillips & Co. Barristers And Solicitors

Regina, Saskatchewan
2100 Scarth Street
(306) 569-0811

Dahlem Findlay Law

Regina, Saskatchewan
2100 Smith Street
(306) 522-3631

Fritzler Law Professional Corporation

Regina, Saskatchewan
102-2400 College Ave
(306) 787-1141

Robinson Barristers

Regina, Saskatchewan
2010 11th Ave #700
(306) 585-1777

Andrews Benko & Associates

Regina, Saskatchewan
300-2184 12Th Ave.
(306) 525-8136

Linh Pham, Regina Criminal Lawyer

Regina, Saskatchewan
2010 11th Ave 7th Floor
(306) 502-5987
Property Offences in Regina, Saskatchewan - Referenced Links

Government References

Criminal Code
https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/c-46/