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What the charge means
Section 175 requires both the underlying conduct and an externally manifested disturbance to a third party — not merely an annoyance.
Criminal Code s.175
Cause Disturbance charges in Kitchener, Ontario.
Disturbing the peace in or near a public place by fighting, screaming, swearing, or obstructing persons. Summary offence — strong defences available.
- Courthouse
- Kitchener Courthouse (Ontario Court of Justice)
- Court Phone
- (519) 741-3200
- Consultation
- Free & Confidential
ii.
Penalties
Summary conviction: up to 2 years less a day and/or a $5,000 fine. Diversion and peace bonds are commonly used to resolve these matters without a record.
iii.
Available defences
- No externally manifested disturbance
- Conduct not in or near a public place
- Identification
- De minimis
iv.
The process
Most cause disturbance charges resolve through peace bond, diversion, or withdrawal after disclosure.
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Notes for Kitchener
Waterloo Region criminal matters are heard at the Kitchener courthouse on Frederick Street. Provincial offences from across the region — Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and the townships — are heard at the Waterloo Region POA court on Queen Street North.
Criminal Court
Kitchener Courthouse (Ontario Court of Justice)
85 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON N2H 0A7
(519) 741-3200
All Waterloo Region criminal matters — Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and the townships.
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