PRESS RELEASE
PRESS RELEASE
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TDF successfully defends man charged after filming police station from sidewalk
The Democracy Fund client to sue police for wrongful arrest.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
July 17, 2024 -
Fight The Fines project results in 109 withdrawn or stayed tickets for TDF clients
The Democracy Fund's Fight The Fines project saves clients hundreds of thousands in potential fines.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
July 11, 2024 -
Crown withdraws all charges against peaceful protester arrested, Tasered at Ottawa protest
Charges dropped against The Democracy Fund client after viral arrest at Ottawa protest.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
June 28, 2024 -
VICTORY: Meghan Murphy speaking event to proceed
UPDATE: TDF was successful in securing Meghan Murphy's free speech rights, as the Community Centre authorities agreed to allow the feminist author to hold the speaking event.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
June 07, 2024 -
BC man acquitted of hosting illegal gathering
The Democracy Fund client avoided a large fine after a trial victory.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
May 22, 2024 -
Legal argument filed in Pawlowski appeal
Lawyers argue prosecution was about policing words and opinion.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
May 09, 2024 -
Crown withdraws another ArriveCan ticket after TDF files legal challenge
Our client faced a $6,255 ArriveCan ticket upon return to Canada.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
May 03, 2024 -
"Cancelled" author Meghan Murphy and TDF fight to ensure free speech rights are respected
In October 2023, Meghan Murphy's proposed public discussion on inclusivity and women's rights at the Cowichan Community Centre was cancelled, resulting in a legal letter, policy changes, and plans for a new event in 2024.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
April 26, 2024 -
TDF and James Kitchen Defend School Board Trustee Monique LaGrange
Briefs were filed in Monique LaGrange's case on the week of April 8, 2024.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
April 10, 2024 -
TDF client faced close to $7,000 in fines while trying to run cross-border business
Struggling with COVID-19 policies and travel restrictions, a TDF client faced unjust fines for alleged non-compliance with ArriveCan regulations, but the fines were successfully resolved through negotiations with the Crown.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
April 01, 2024