What happens if you defend yourself against a home intruder in Canada? In this gripping episode, host Mike Wixson and guest Jim Lang analyze a real case from Lindsay, Ontario, where a man faces aggravated assault charges after protecting his family.
Mike and Jim unpack the legal complexities of Section 34 of the Criminal Code, discuss rising crime fears, and examine systemic issues in Canada’s justice system. They also explore why Canadian tourism to Las Vegas is dropping—politics, costs, or something else?
Key takeaways:
• The legal boundaries of self-defense in Canada’s Criminal Code
• Real-life case study from Lindsay, Ontario involving aggravated assault charges
• Rising public concern about safety and crime in Canada
• Challenges and flaws within the Canadian justice system
• Factors behind the decline in Canadian tourism to Las Vegas
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Chapters
- (00:00:00) - Canada's gun rights in the country
- (00:00:25) - Ontario homeowner defends himself against home invader
- (00:07:51) - Canadian commentator on crime in Canada
- (00:13:58) - Canadian tourists enjoy Las Vegas
- (00:16:18) - Canadian tourism down 36% since Trump's election
- (00:21:11) - Canadians talk about their favourite casinos
- (00:23:08) - Jim Lang on Canada vs. the US
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