Hatch Law
4882 50 St # 200 T4V1P7 Camrose, AB, Canada

COVID-19 - traffic court Further to my previous post, please also be aware that you can pay traffic fines online; there is no need to attend at the courthouse to do so (if you don't wish to dispute your ticket). https://eservices.alberta.ca/fine-payments.html... As always, however, you may wish to receive advice from an experienced lawyer before deciding whether or not to dispute a ticket. Often, a lawyer can obtain a result on your file that you may not have known about or been equipped to achieve. I offer free consultations for all traffic and criminal files.

COVID-19 Court Closures Please be advised that all persons who have a criminal court appearance in Alberta between now and May 22, 2020 will have their files adjourned a period of approximately 10 weeks. The public is encouraged to contact their local courthouses to get confirmation of the new dates; my recommendation is to give it a week or so to allow the staff to have sufficient time to handle the file volume. I also invite any Albertans with court appearances before Ma...y 22, 2020 (who don't already have their own lawyer) to contact me directly instead of the Courthouses and I will follow up with confirming dates. My hope is to relieve some pressure on a very burdened workforce at this time. I'll also be able to walk you through your file and provide options for your matter. There will be no charge for this service and consultation. Finally, for all Albertans with traffic court appearances between now and May 22, 2020, your matter will not proceed in court, BUT, if you have a "first appearance" part 3 violation ticket within this time period, you must still send in your plea of 'not guilty by mail' or you will be automatically convicted of the offence. It's therefore important to follow the instructions on the back of your ticket if you want to dispute it. Please see the Alberta Courts website for more information. https://albertacourts.ca//traffic-court-pandemic-schedulin

Happy to help support a great group of kids!

Excited to unveil the ad campaign for the 2017-18 Camrose Kodiaks and Augustana Vikings game programs. Thanks as always to the uber-talented Karen Schiltz of Grasshopper Grafix!

I really strongly agree with this sentiment in business and appreciate Kerwin Rae's presentation. Allow me take this opportunity to thank my Hatch Law teammate Tara Morrow who is an absolutely integral part of the successes we've been able to claim over our first 30 months of business. Tara, your skill and professionalism is really appreciated. https://www.facebook.com/kerwinrae/videos/1194776270569448/

Huge congrats to Bra Necessities on this milestone! #downtowncamrose https://www.facebook.com/events/230436830735724/?ti=icl

CONTEST TIME!! Win 1 of our Facebook entries for the Grand Prize Trip for 2 to Mexico from Bridges Travel & Tours. Good Luck Everyone! To enter is easy! Make su...re to have "Liked" the Camrose Community Home Directory's Facebook Page. Then "Share" this post "Publicly". That's it you're entered. For a Bonus entry "Tag" a friend who you would go to Mexico with. 1. Download the App 2. Get your I <3 Camrose Bumper Sticker 3. Get Spotted, Get Stopped, Get Prizes!!!! It's that easy! App Store - https://itunes.apple.com/ca/app/id1187003917 Google Play - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details It all starts Monday Feb. 13th!! Who's going to be our first big WINNER!!!!!???? Must be at least 18 years of age to play. Full Contest Rules - www.camrosedirectory.ca//the-great-escape-giveaway-contest Draw date for 1 of our Facebook Entries is March 1, 2017. Local leaders in Directory & Online Advertising since 1986. #ShopLocal #ShopCamrose #OneLessTrip For everything else, there's www.camrosedirectory.ca

I've been happy to support the Camrose Community Home Directory for as long as I've been in business. They work hard to make sure my advertising needs are met every year! This looks like a great contest to launch the new app (which is already downloaded onto my phone). Hopefully I get qualified!

We continue to be proud of supporting this local community rink! Can't wait to see our rink board on display next season. Great work Kingman!

This is prescient. https://www.facebook.com/newsandguts/posts/208739522864357

This page is not a political page. But I'm a lawyer, often possessed of passionate ideals about the role of lawyers and the rule of law in society. What we're witnessing with President Trump and his most-recent Executive Order, known colloquially as the #MuslimBan , is nothing short of a travesty in a Western democracy that prides itself on welcoming all newcomers to a better land. Inscribed on the Statue of Liberty is the following message (in part): With silent lips. Give... me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door! If only President Trump would harken to that call! But, while the despicable nature of the EO cannot be overstated, there are signs that the legal profession and the rule of law are strong. First came the news of lawyers converging at airports across the US en masse to offer legal assistance to those caught up in the ban and who brought legal action against the EO. Then followed Court Orders in several states which invalidated the ban, in parts. Most notably to me, however, is the courageous and principled stand taken by the Acting Attorney General of the United States Department of Justice, Sally Yates, who ordered the department's lawyers to not defend the EO in court. Bravo to this lady who, no doubt remembering her oath as a lawyer, had the strength to do what was right (not just what was in her self interest). She'll no-doubt lose her position - and fast - but she reminds us all to stand against the illegal and unjust actions of the state. Tonight I reflect upon my own barrister's oath and simply hope, if ever were I faced with the decision she had to confront, that I could be as bold as she. http://www.politico.com//trump-immigration-executive-order

I always appreciate the insight from Altario Appraisals through their quarterly newsletter. It's great information to share in our community. #Camrose https://lnkd.in/gaaDxSZ

Thanks Windwood Group for installing my new awnings on the Shuman building downtown. Looks great!

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The public wants and expects police to apprehend criminals and the "system" to hold them accountable. Governments (and the tax paying public) need to acknowledge the cost of doing so. Alberta has grown significantly in the last 10 years but our number of judges (Provincial Court and federal Court of Queen's Bench) as well as the number of Provincial and Federal Prosecutors is significantly lower than it should be. Both the provincial and federal governments need to adequately fund the system and are currently failing. Add to this the issue of "access to justice" and insufficient legal aid funding (both federally and provincially) and you have a system on the verge of collapse. http://www.cbc.ca//crown-prosecutors-alberta-workload-1.35

If you have been charged with impaired driving or driving over the limit, this is one more reason you need an experienced criminal lawyer on your side. I've been seeing these charges withdrawn since way before this memo went out. Call me for a free consultation about your case. http://m.calgarysun.com//alberta-crown-dealt-legal-blow-as

If you're facing impaired driving, dangerous driving or disqualified driving charges, anywhere in Alberta, Hatch Law has the knowledge and experience to offer you the best defence. Call today about your charges and we'll explain all of your options, free consultation.

Looking great Camrose Kodiak's on #skatewiththekodiaksday

What a fantastic initiative. Thank you to all those spearheading the effort to #stophunger http://www.camrosestophunger.com #Camrose #Rotary

A huge shout-out and thank you to Jon Moores for creating some awesome signs for the office. Looks fantastic!

I'm pleased to announce, although belatedly, that a very talented and all-around nice guy has joined the team at Hatch Law. Welcome to Chris Chromik, formerly of Moreau & Company. Chris will be focussing on criminal and traffic defence law. Call today for a free consultation! 780-672-0265

Let me digress from the law for a moment to discuss the fallacy of the "extra hour of sleep" that daylight savings time brings us each fall: at least for those of us lucky enough to be parents. First, your Saturday is like any other. You spend the day making up for lost time with the kids during the week. By 9:00 PM, after bath time and stories, you fall exhausted onto the couch for an hour of mindless television to unwind from the day before you stumble -- bleary-eyed -- t...o bed. You wake up at the same (actual) time: too early for any right-minded person on a Sunday. Except, instead of it being, say, 6:30 AM, the "keepers of the clock" magically decree it to be 5:30 AM. Yes, that's 5:30 AM -- as in -- in the freaking morning! But the little ones think it's 6:30 and their tummies want "breathix" (or some other variation of the morning meal) so you stumble into the kitchen to prepare. However, your body is conditioned, after 6 months of existence since the last time change, to barely make it to 9:00 PM before you fall exhausted, once again, to the couch. Except that it's only 9:00 PM in your head; on the clock is an insistent, insulting, "8:00". Time for bath and snack and teeth and stories. How, pray tell, does anyone say (with a straight face) that we got an extra hour of sleep?

Hatch Law succession plan:

I'm interested! https://www.facebook.com/DowntownCamrose/posts/917298871688607

Another great Downtown #Camrose business! Thanks for making my office walls colourful. https://www.facebook.com/candler.art/posts/128442757261045:0

Excited for the new season! Thanks again Grasshopper Grafix and Karen Schiltz! #EncanaArena #Camrose

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Thanks to Karen Schiltz of Grasshopper Grafix once again for a fantastic job! #penaltybox #MaxMcLean #Camrose

Join us for a great evening! https://www.facebook.com/events/393577234176092/permalink/417731811760634/

This is uplifting. We should all be so courageous in discovering, and using, our voice. https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=878075275580852&id=175682812486772

Happy for a member of the "Hatch Law" extended family: Bryton Morrow, superstar son of my wonderful assistant Tara Morrow. Congrats Bryton! You made your Mama proud (and distracted her a bit from work).

I've learned so much about the needs in our community since opening my office. Thankfully there are great organizations like the Camrose Open Door Association to give a hand up to some who've fallen between the cracks. https://www.facebook.com/CamroseOpenDoor/posts/983779314975611:0

Just in time for #BVJ2015 : the meaning of consent. youtube.com/watch?v=fGoWLWS4-kU

Proud to see my first ad in the Camrose Booster; only 9 months into my business! Perhaps I shouldn't have procrastinated this long. Check out the bottom of page 11. http://issuu.com/camrosebooster/docs/20150519_booster

New advertising campaign designed by Karen Schiltz of Grasshopper Grafix. Awesome work, again! Thanks Karen!

"Freemen". "De-Taxers". "Sovereign Citizens". All of these terms (and more) are used to describe similar movements popping up all over the world, including right here at home. Most recently, in the Camrose Booster "Letters to the Editor" (April 28, 2015). Allow me to be very clear: these movements / ideologies are fraudulent, ridiculous scams. People who subscribe to these ideas inevitably find themselves at odds with mainstream society and will, often, ruin themselves and ...their families in the process. Why this post? Well, to anyone on the tipping point, I aim to bring you back from the ledge. In the law, these movements are a great drain on our system and I'd be remiss to not try and combat that waste. For anyone who wants to read the law, and get a chuckle to boot, I offer this: http://www.canlii.org//d/2013/2013oncj160/2013oncj160.html

Thanks Fiona's Coffee and Gifts for The fantastic cupcakes! And because it is St. Patrick's Day, I understand that there are 0 calories. https://www.facebook.com/CoffeeatFionas/posts/794485977294302

At Stockmen's for Habitat for Humanity tonight. Fantastic!

I came across this book review / blog on Twitter and it struck a chord with me. http://www.washingtonpost.com//the-terrible-loneliness-o/ One particularly poignant passage for me was: "They believe the honors classes at their high school got all the good teachers, but they don’t understand how students were chosen for those classes. Only the smart kids, they say, were told about the SATs. They tried to join after-school activities the very venue where they might find st...Continue reading

Very excited to take part in this evening supporting a great cause and enjoying fantastic eats. https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php

Congratulations to Stockmen's Chophouse on their upcoming anniversary! A great restaurant in Camrose. https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php

A great member of the RCMP in a tragic situation. It's terrible that this conclusion took so long. https://www.facebook.com/jason.trottier//10152440277381653

Stay safe my policing friends.

I'm a little nervous about my ability to walk in high heals but I'm giving it a go! I could sure use some sponsors though. https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=866518663387352&id=165288153510410

Merry Christmas! I've been blessed in starting my business this year. Here's to a fantastic 2015! Thank you to everyone who has entrusted me with their legal challenges so far and thank you to the clients I haven't met yet. ... I have fond memories of my time with Alberta Justice but no regrets in the decision to leave. Thanks to my many colleagues and friends who have helped make my transition so successful. Gordon Hatch Hatch Law

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Do you have a Criminal Record for which you'd like to apply for a Record Suspension (Pardon)? I can assist you in making the application by completing all of the required documents and obtaining the necessary police & courthouse checks. Call Hatch Law to arrange a free consultation and quote regarding your application.

If you've been charged with "driving while disqualified" and your disqualification arose in the Province of Saskatchewan, you may have a distinct defence based on some irregularities I've found in that Province's "Orders of Driving Prohibitions" -- I'm willing to review your case free of charge to see if this issue exists in your case. I am prepared to handle criminal charges anywhere in Western Canada. Visit http://www.hatchlawcompany.com for contact information.

If you've been charged with a driving offence, you require an experienced lawyer with specialized knowledge in the area as they're extremely technical matters. I have conducted literally hundreds of trials involving impaired driving, dangerous driving, disqualified driving and refusal/failure to provide breath samples. Call me today to arrange a free consultation.

Thank you to Windwood Group (http://www.camrosedirectory.ca/b/windwood-group-signs-14310) and Karen Schiltz of Grasshopper Grafix for the great window decal at my office! 4882-50 Street, Camrose.

What is "legal aid" and why is it so important to our criminal justice system? This is lengthy; grab a coffee. "Legal Aid" is a system that is in place, in one form or another, in each of the provinces/territories in Canada. In most cases, certainly Alberta for example, the vast majority of legal aid dollars funds the defences of people charged with crimes. More about this in a moment. There is, however, also legal aid funding for some family court matters, civil cases (l...Continue reading

An impaired driving conviction will have serious consequences for you beyond the sentence you receive in court. First, you'll have a criminal record which can greatly impact your ability to travel outside Canada. Many popular destinations, including the United States and Mexico, may refuse you entry with any criminal record. Second, your auto-insurance rates will increase, and remain higher than usual (in most cases), from 3-6 years. This can add many thousands of dolla...rs to the financial impact of impaired driving over those years. Finally, your licence is not only suspended; there are several requirements for you to obtain, once again, a valid licence (following a conviction). the Court will prohibit you from driving for a minimum of 1 year; the Alberta government will require you to enter the alcohol ignition interlock program for a minimum of 1 year following your absolute prohibition period (with a monthly rental fee on the device), & there is a reinstatement fee to be paid as well. All totalled, this adds at least $2,000 to your cost. If you're charged with an impaired driving offence, you need to be informed of your options. Call me at 780-781-5258 to arrange a free initial consultation, for charges anywhere in Alberta, British Columbia or Saskatchewan.

Thanks to Camrose Energy for hooking me up! http://camroseenergy.com #shoplocal

Pleased to have joined the Camrose Community Home Directory! http://camrosedirectory.ca/businesses/hatch-law-13935

Did you know that Young Persons (12-17 years old) are subject to different evidentiary and procedural rules in courts across Canada? The Youth Criminal Justice Act requires lawyers to have specialized knowledge to represent young offenders in court. I have years of experience in youth court to draw from; please don't hesitate to call for a free consultation if your child or someone you know has been charged with an offence. It can be a frightening and upsetting experience but there's help available; many times at minimal cost.

Have you been charged with a driving offence? DUI, impaired driving, dangerous driving... I have handled every type of driving offence and have the expertise to assist you. I'll review your case and explain your options. Call 780-781-5258 to arrange a free consultation. I'll go to court anywhere in Alberta.

Pleased to announce the opening of Hatch Law in downtown Camrose this week. Specializing in serious criminal defence. I have over 10 years of experience as a criminal lawyer and have handled cases of every description. Call today for a free initial consultation.

My new business cards! Thank you to Karen Schiltz of Grasshopper Grafix of all your hard work!