The Executive of the Criminal Law Society convened its first meeting of the 2010-11 academic year on 2 September 2010. The minutes of that meeting are available here. |
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Event Date: Monday, March 8 at 2:30 P.M. Want to know what judges really think? Gain tips on oral and written advocacy from a member of the judiciary? Throw light on the arcane secrets of real judicial reasoning? The Honourable Justice Douglas B. Maund of the Ontario Court of Justice at Orangeville, a respected member of the bench, has agreed to address the membership of the Criminal Law Society on Monday, March 8 at 2:30 P.M. in Room 107. Justice Maund is a 30-year veteran of the criminal courts, having worked for both the defence and the Crown. He has seen it all, from drug busts to domestic violence to drive over .80, and he's happy to speak candidly about how he got to the bench, what motivated him to become a judge, what works in the courtroom, and what shortcomings he sees within the justice system. Got a first-year moot coming up and need some tips on how to make your submissions? Want to speak with a judge and get an idea for some of the differences between law school and the way things really work? This is your chance. Justice Maund is approachable, direct and urbane, and he's coming in to provide tips on how to get the career that you want and answer any questions you may have. The Criminal Law Society is proud to welcome Justice Maund to Osgoode Hall Law School. Samples of decisions handed down by Justice Maund can be found here, here, and here. All are welcome! A pizza lunch will be provided. |
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Event Date: Wednesday, January 13 at 12:30 P.M. Did you come to law school to get, y'know, A JOB? Does looking at the balance of your student line of credit make you nauseous? Are you worried that at the end of your studies you may have to sell your organs? On Wednesday, January 13 at 12:30 P.M. in room 104 the Criminal Law Society will convene its 2009-10 Careers Panel to answer all of your questions about getting work, keeping work, and (most importantly) keeping both of your kidneys once the OSAP/RBC debt collectors start calling. The following practitioners have graciously agreed to attend at the law school and answer your questions about how they got their start in criminal law, whether they like it, and what you should do if you are interested in this area of practice:
All are welcome! Pizza will be provided. |
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Event Date: Friday, December 4 at 2 PM Exams got you down? Did hackers steal your summary? Do you wish they had? Are you interested in forensic electronics or forensic science? The Ontario Center for Forensic Sciences is one of the most extensive facilities for forensic science in North America. Its two laboratories conduct scientific investigations in cases involving injury or death in unusual circumstances and in crimes against persons or property. Its personnel are invariably holders of graduate degrees in the physical sciences and the work of the Center touches virtually all criminal investigations, from homicide to impaired driving to sex offences and pornography. Forensic Electronics Specialist Tim Paterson of the Center has agreed to address the membership of the Criminal Law Society on Friday, November 20 at 2 PM in room 104. Mr. Paterson is a specialist in forensic electronics -- the examination of computers and other electronic devices in an attempt to furnish evidence of crime. His areas of expertise touch upon some of the most exciting issues emerging from the field of forensics, namely spyware, hacking offences and various species of fraud. The Criminal Law Society is proud to welcome Tim Paterson to Osgoode Hall Law School. Mr. Paterson will describe the role of the CFS and of forensic electronics within it, the types of cases for which electronics evidence is frequently conscripted, discuss legal procedures and issues of evidentiary integrity when collecting and using such evidence, and highlight both the limitations of forensic science as a determinant of proof and certain of the successes of the Center. All are welcome! A pizza lunch will be provided. |
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The Executive of the Criminal Law Society convened its fourth meeting of the 2009-10 academic year on 25 November 2009. The minutes of that meeting are available here. |
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Event Date: Friday, November 20 at 2 PM Are you interested in forensic science or forensic toxicology? The Ontario Center for Forensic Sciences is one of the most extensive facilities for forensic science in North America. Its two laboratories conduct scientific investigations in cases involving injury or death in unusual circumstances and in crimes against persons or property. Its personnel are invariably holders of graduate degrees in the physical sciences and the work of the Center touches virtually all criminal investigations, from homicide to impaired driving to sex offences and pornography. Forensic Toxicologist Betty Chow, a 10-year veteran of the Center, has agreed to address the membership of the Criminal Law Society on Friday, November 20 at 2 PM in room 104. Ms. Chow holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in pharmacology from the University of Toronto and has worked in addictions research at CAM-H, the Center for Addiction and Mental Health. She has provided expert witness testimony in both criminal and coroner's proceedings and is qualified in the pharmacology and toxicology of alcohol, drugs and poisons, the analysis of the same, and the theory and operation of approved breath testing instruments and devices in Ontario. The Criminal Law Society is proud to welcome Betty Chow to Osgoode Hall Law School. Ms. Chow will describe the role of the CFS and of toxicology within it, the types of cases for which toxicological evidence is frequently conscripted, discuss legal procedures and issues of evidentiary integrity when collecting and using such evidence, and highlight both the limitations of forensic science as a determinant of proof and certain of the successes of the Center. Her bio is available here. All are welcome! A pizza lunch will be provided. |
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The Executive of the Criminal Law Society convened its third meeting of the 2009-10 academic year on 28 October 2009. The minutes of that meeting are available here. (Sorry for the delay . . . November is not a good month) |
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Event Date: Friday, Nov. 6 at 1 P.M. Are you interested in public health, mental health or law enforcement? Would you like to hear the perspective of the police on their interactions with members of the public with mental health difference? An exposition of the procedures the police follow when interacting with persons in crisis? A description of the role of forensic mental health in the criminal justice system and the provisions of Ontario's Mental Health Act? Police Constable Patricia Fleischmann of the Community Mobilization Unit of the Toronto Police Service has graciously agreed to address the membership of the Criminal Law Society in ROOM 207 on Friday, 6 Nomember at 1 P.M.. PC Fleischmann has served with the Toronto Police Service for over twenty years as a uniform officer, plainclothes officer, primary response officer, fraud investigator, community outreach coordinator, and most recently with the TPS' Community Mobilization Unit. A deeply humane and sympathetic peace officer, her areas of police expertise cover the emerging area of elder abuse as well as forensic mental health. What drives her work is desire to ensure that the most vulnerable members of society are afforded their dignity and the protection of the law to which they are entitled. She wishes to forge links of dialogue and exchange between social justice advocates, current and future members of the criminal bar and their colleagues in public safety. The Criminal Law Society is proud to welcome PC Fleischmann to Osgoode Hall Law School. PC Fleischmann will describe the role of the police in the mental health institution in Ontario, explain the procedures, methodology and assumptions of police when responding to individuals in crisis, and address criticisms that have been levied against police services by activist and public interest organizations. A bio is available at http://www.sfu.ca/grc/friesen/2006/fleischmann/ All are welcome! Pizza lunch will be provided. |
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The Criminal Law Society is pleased to announce the acclamation of Stephanie Marple, first-year student extraordinaire, as its new Event Coordinator. Stephanie's bid for the position was uncontested and has thus eliminated the need for a complete by-election. As an individual of exceptional enthusiasm and verve, we have no doubt that she will make a vital contribution to the operations of the Society. On behalf of the executive and membership, congratulations and welcome! |
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The executive of the Society is saddened to announce the resignation of Lisa Fineberg as events coordinator. We are thankful for her dedication and professionalism and regret her departure. In consequence of the above, a by-election will be held to fill the position of events coordinator. This is tentatively scheduled for Monday, October 19. This will conform to the procedure established in the constitution. A description of the prescribed duties of the position is at paragraph 27. Any member of the Society may declare to stand for the position. Declarations, which must be sent using the contact form here, are due by Tuesday, October 13. We invite members to submit a brief (150 word) campaign paragraph with their declaration for inclusion in our publication of the slate of candidates. This will be emailed to all members Wednesday, October 14. Following that, a general meeting will be held at which balloting will take place. Declarants will be extended the opportunity to speak in favour of their candidacy. Please contact us using the form should you have any questions. |
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