OBA Criminal Justice PROGRAM | Original Program Date: April 23, 2019

Some of the largest amendments to the Criminal Code on drinking and driving, and driving with drugs, recently came into force. It is crucial for Crown and defence counsel to be familiar with what has changed. Join our stellar faculty as they navigate the fundamental changes in this area of the law. The panel will discuss the following key topics:

• What is the new blood alcohol concentration offence that replaces “Over 80”?
• Why are we no longer concerned with a person’s blood alcohol concentration at the time of actual driving?
• What are the new minimum sentences?
• Have other changes been made to the sentencing provisions?
• What are the new “blood drug concentration” offences and how do they compare to impaired by drug?
• Are there new requirements for an approved screening device demand?
• What is the new legislative framework and terminology?
• Are there new immigration consequences as a result of these changes?

Register now to ensure that you fully understand these significant legislative changes.

PROGRAM CHAIR

Daniel Lerner, Lerner Law

PROGRAM SPEAKERS

The Honourable Marcella Henschel, Ontario Court of Justice (Newmarket)
James Palangio, Crown Counsel, Drugs and Driving Team Lead
Peter Lindsay, Barrister