What is Probation?

Probation is a court-ordered sentence that allows a person to serve their sentence in the community under supervision and specific conditions. Breaching probation occurs when a person fails to comply with these conditions.

Common Probation Conditions

• Keep the peace and be of good behavior

• Report to probation officer regularly

• Reside at a specific address

• Abstain from alcohol and drugs

• Attend counseling or treatment programs

• Perform community service

• Pay fines or restitution

Our Defense Strategies

• Challenge the breach allegation

• Argue reasonable excuse

• Present evidence of compliance

• Question the clarity of conditions

• Advocate for lenient consequences

Consequences

• Additional criminal charges

• Revocation of probation

• Jail time for original offense

• Extended probation period

• Additional conditions

What is Bail Recognizance?

Bail recognizance is a court order that allows a person to be released from custody while awaiting trial, subject to specific conditions. Breaching bail occurs when a person fails to comply with these conditions.

Common Bail Conditions

• Attend all court appearances

• Reside at a specific address

• Report to police regularly

• No contact with complainants or witnesses

• Curfew restrictions

• No possession of weapons or drugs

• Employment or education requirements

Defense Approaches

• Challenge the breach allegation

• Argue reasonable excuse or necessity

• Question the knowledge of conditions

• Present evidence of compliance

• Advocate for continued release

Serious Consequences

• Additional criminal charges

• Revocation of bail

• Detention until trial

• Impact on future bail applications

• Criminal record

What is a Peace Bond?

A peace bond is a court order that requires a person to keep the peace and be of good behavior, often with specific conditions. It is designed to prevent future criminal activity and protect potential victims.

Common Peace Bond Conditions

• Keep the peace and be of good behavior

• No contact with specific persons

• Stay away from certain locations

• No possession of weapons

• Attend counseling or treatment

• Report to police regularly

Defense Strategies

• Challenge the breach allegation

• Argue reasonable excuse

• Question the clarity of conditions

• Present evidence of compliance

• Advocate for bond continuation

Penalties

• Maximum penalty of 4 years imprisonment

• Criminal record

• Revocation of peace bond

• New peace bond with stricter conditions

• Impact on employment and travel

What is a Conditional Sentence?

A conditional sentence allows a person to serve their jail sentence in the community under strict supervision and conditions. Breaching a conditional sentence can result in immediate incarceration.

Common Conditions

• House arrest and electronic monitoring

• Curfew restrictions

• Abstain from alcohol and drugs

• Attend counseling or treatment

• Perform community service

• Report to supervisor regularly

Our Defense Approach

• Challenge the breach allegation

• Argue reasonable excuse or emergency

• Present evidence of compliance

• Advocate for continued community service

• Negotiate modified conditions

Consequences

• Immediate incarceration

• Additional criminal charges

• Extended sentence

• Stricter conditions

• Criminal record

What is an Undertaking?

An undertaking is a written promise to the court to comply with specific conditions. It is often given at the time of arrest or release and can include various conditions similar to bail recognizance.

Common Undertaking Conditions

• Attend court when required

• Reside at a specific address

• Report to police regularly

• No contact with specific persons

• Curfew restrictions

• No possession of weapons

Defense Strategies

• Challenge the breach allegation

• Argue reasonable excuse

• Question the knowledge of conditions

• Present evidence of compliance

• Advocate for continued release

Legal Consequences

• Additional criminal charges

• Revocation of undertaking

• Detention until trial

• Impact on future release

• Criminal record

Our Comprehensive Approach

We take a comprehensive approach to defending breach charges, understanding that these cases often involve complex legal and factual issues that require careful analysis and strategic defense.

Defense Strategies

• Thorough investigation of allegations

• Challenge the evidence of breach

• Present evidence of compliance

• Argue reasonable excuse or necessity

• Negotiate with Crown prosecutors

• Advocate for lenient consequences

Why Experience Matters

Breach cases require understanding of both the original charges and the breach allegations. Our team has extensive experience in handling these complex cases and can provide effective defense representation.

Our Success Record

We have successfully defended numerous breach cases, achieving dismissals, reduced charges, and favorable outcomes for our clients. We understand what it takes to win these challenging cases.