Part 1 describes the process for making an informal, or unofficial complaint at a local police station. This process, called “Local Resolution”, is most appropriate for minor complaints. Part 2 describes the process for making a formal, official complaint through the Office of the Independent Police Review Director (OIPRD). This process is appropriate for more serious complaints, or for complaints
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SMALL CLAIMS COURTS IN ONTARIO CONTINUE TO BE SUSPENDED UNTIL NOVEMBER When Will Small Claims Court Reopen in Ontario? On July 10, 2020, Associate Chief Justice Frank Marrocco ordered that operations of the Small Claims Courts in Ontario will continue to be suspended until November 2, 2020 or to another date as determined by the court. It may be possible
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Update on Court Re-openings across Ontario Which Courts are Reopening and When? In July, 2020, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice started hearing some in-court hearings in some court locations. More courtrooms are reopening across the province on an ongoing basis. It is important to contact the court in your location to clarify which hearings are proceeding in person (in
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Coronavirus Update: Health and Safety Precautions at Ontario Courthouses In July, courtrooms across Ontario started hearing in-person proceedings. Courtrooms are reopening in phases, as the necessary health and safety precautions are put in place to protect people entering the courthouse. To limit the number of people entering the courthouse to submit their paperwork at the Registrar’s counter, people are encouraged,
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Spousal Support and Child Support During the Covid-19 Coronavirus Pandemic Support Obligations: In Ontario, if there is a court order requiring you to pay child or spousal support, you cannot stop paying support, even if you have lost your job. Regardless of Covid-19, the court expects a support payor to continue to pay support until and unless they get a
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• What is a Divorce? • Get a Simple Divorce in Ontario: – What is a Simple Divorce? – When Can You Apply for a Simple Divorce? • How To Get an Uncontested Divorce in Ontario: – What is an Uncontested Divorce? • What is a Joint Application for Divorce? • How To Apply For a Simple Divorce or an
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Pulled Over or Stopped By Cops in Ontario: While you’re driving in Ontario, Canada, the police can stop you, or pull you over, in two situations: If they are investigating a traffic law; or If they have reasons to believe you have committed a criminal offence. Traffic Laws the Police Can Stop You For: The police can stop you, or
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The coronavirus pandemic has cause many people to think about their final wishes, including who they want to pass their assets to when they die. People who have not previously made Wills or Powers of Attorney (POAs) have suddenly wanted to do so. Making a valid Will has always required complying with the law in one’s province. These laws can
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Small Claims Court vs Other Courts? I. Small Claims Court – Types of Cases Heard in Small Claims Court – Suing in Small Claims Court – Hiring a Lawyer in Small Claims Court II. Lower Courts (Provincial Courts and Territorial Courts) – Types of Cases Heard in the Lower Courts III. Superior Courts (Provincial Courts and Territorial Superior Courts) –
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Why Fight a Traffic Ticket? There are several reasons one might want to challenge a traffic ticket. They are: To avoid or reduce fines To avoid demerit points and license suspension To avoid imprisonment or being convicted To protect your driving record To protect against higher insurance premiums Types of Traffic Tickets in Ontario: There are two kinds of traffic
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