The way people communicate has changed. For many people today, texting is often the easiest and most comfortable way to connect — particularly when the alternative is making a difficult or stressful phone call. Vancouver criminal defence lawyer David Karp recognized that the legal profession needed to adapt too. Throughout his 25 years of criminal…
Can You Be Charged With Coercive Control in Canada? Understanding the New Criminal Offence Canada has made a significant change to its criminal laws governing intimate partner violence. As part of the Protecting Victims Act (Bill C-16), Parliament created a new Criminal Code offence specifically addressing coercive or controlling conduct toward an intimate partner. Bill…
Receiving positive feedback from a client is always appreciated, particularly when they describe how the support they received helped them through a difficult and stressful time. David Karp recently received this 5-star Google review from a client: “David and his staff are very professional, straightforward, and helped me get my life back on track. Helped…
Canada has introduced significant changes to its bail laws. The Bail and Sentencing Reform Act (Bill C-14) received Royal Assent on June 15, 2026, with the new bail and sentencing provisions coming into force on July 15, 2026. The legislation makes a number of important amendments to the Criminal Code affecting how courts determine whether…
Do You Automatically Go on the Sex Offender Registry If Convicted of a Sexual Offence in Canada? A conviction for a sexual offence can have consequences that extend far beyond the sentence imposed by the court. One of the most serious concerns for many accused people is whether a conviction will result in registration on…
Hiring the Right Lawyer If you have been charged with a crime, it is a stressful and confusing time. You may not know where to go for legal help. Before you speak to the police, call David Karp for a Free Consultation. David will be able to answer questions for you and also let…
David Karp is an award winning criminal defence lawyer based in Vancouver British Columbia. David Karp’s extensive knowledge of law along with his dedication to protecting his clients rights are two of the reasons why he is referred to as “Vancouver’s Best Lawyer.” What is most unique about David is his compassion and…
Is there someone you know who has been charged for aggravated sexual assault? Section 273(1) of the Canadian Criminal Code lists off aggravated sexual assault as: every one commits an aggravated sexual assault who, in committing a sexual assault, wounds, maims, disfigures or endangers the life of the complainant. This means that the person has…
Its been 9 years since Vancouver Canucks have had home playoff games. In 2011, the City of Vancouver set up public viewing areas for fans to watch Game 7 of the Stanley Cup final between the Canucks and Boston Bruins. After the Bruins defeated the Canucks 4-0 in the decisive game, around 1,000 began rioting in downtown Vancouver, causing…
If the police have contacted you or you think you are under investigation for a crime, call David Karp before speaking to the police. Have you been charged with a crime such as: Drug Trafficking, Possession or Grow-Op Offences Assault, Sexual Assault, Bail & Violent Offences Drunk Driving & Theft Offences Even if you have…