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This booklet provides legal education, sexual violence awareness, and community resources for international students in remote/underserved areas in BC. It includes information on the law and consent, reporting sexual assault to the police, legal protection options, and human rights law.

British Columbia has very strict laws about drinking and driving. Alcoholic drinks, such as beer, wine, and liquor, can make you an impaired driver. This resource will help you to understand the law as it relates to impaired driving.

This resource provides information for young people who have been charged with a crime, including information on youth court.

This resource provides information about domestic violence and the law. It also offers resources and support for those affected by domestic violence.

You have rights when you deal with the police — as well as some responsibilities. The following information describes what you should know if you have to deal with the police.

Outlines the roles and responsibilities of the client and lawyer so that each knows what to expect from the legal aid contract. Explains what the lawyer’s time on the case includes, change of lawyer requests, and how to make a complaint.

Lists possible sentences when pleading guilty or found guilty. Explains in plain language what to say to a judge before they decide on a sentence. Learn how to prepare and where to get legal advice. Contains information about Gladue principles at sentencing for Indigenous peoples.

The booklet explains what happens when an accused person wants to plead not guilty to a summary offence. It’s designed to guide a self-represented person through the basic steps in the court process both before and at a trial.

This plain-language booklet helps youth become safer online when they use social media. It explains consent for sexual activity, sexual activity that’s illegal, and where to get support services and legal help.

Short, easy-to-understand resource that outlines what happens when someone is charged with a criminal offence. It briefly describes the first steps in the court process and the different options that might be available. It also outlines the accused person’s legal rights, and how to get legal aid or other legal help.