Reminder: if you have a potential claim or legal action against the police arising out of the G20, there is a two year statute of limitations period which is quickly approaching. Generally speaking, any legal claims must be initiated within two years of the date… Read More »Upcoming deadline for potential G20-related legal action
We write to express our ongoing support and solidarity for the G20 defendants. We support the decision of the G20 defendants to enter into a plea agreement with the Crown. We also wish to express our deep sadness and dismay that key community organizers will… Read More »A Statement of Support for G20 Defendants from the Movement Defence Committee (MDC)
The MDC is providing legal support on an ongiong basis for Occupy Toronto. If you’ve been ARRESTED at Occupy Toronto or have witnessed an ARREST, please call 416-833-6137 or TTY: 416-619-0422. If you receive a TICKET during Occupy Toronto, folow the instructions on the back… Read More »Legal Support for Occupy Toronto
Dear movement, 2 weeks to go!!! We are so inspired by the work that we’ve seen coming from your organizing efforts. We’re excited to be able to offer our solidarity, and support in any way we can. We want to share with you some of… Read More »Communique to activists: legal
The following is for informational purposes only. This is NOT legal advice. Brought to you by the MDC via the late great NYC People’s Law Collective and Common Front Legal Committee Basics US: The People v. Scott = Canada: R. v. Scott (R. = Regina,… Read More »US/Canada Legal Primer
Bringing your child to an event/action can be a positive experience for both you and your child, as a first example (or a reminder) of the value of and possibilities for collective action. There are, however, particular concerns about bringing your child to an event/action.… Read More »Information for Parents during the G20 Convergence in Toronto
The following is for informational purposes only. This is NOT legal advice. An Invitation The G8 (Group of 8) and G20 (Group of 20) leaders are meeting in Ontario from June 25-27, 2010. Toronto-based communities and organizations of women, people of colour, indigenous peoples, the… Read More »Legal and Border Info for US Visitors (WRT the G20)
Info pour les organisatrices/teurs et participant-e-s aux mobilisations anti-G8/20 Si la police vous questionne ou fouille Vous n’avez pas à vous identifiez à moins d’être en état d’arrestation (sauf si vous conduisez un véhicule motorisé) et vous n’avez pas à répondre à aucune question. Demandez… Read More »Que faire si la police cogne à la porte?
Developed by the Movement Defence Committee andthe Summit Legal Project of the Law Union on Ontario Movement Defence Committee Legal Numbers: Up to June 18th if you are arrested or approached by police: 416 833 6137 June 18th and afterwards: 1. If you are arrested… Read More »What to do if the police come knockin’
