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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 Orillia, Ontario.
Disturbing the peace in or near a public place by fighting, screaming, swearing, or obstructing persons. Summary offence — strong defences available.
- Courthouse
- Orillia Courthouse (Ontario Court of Justice)
- Court Phone
- (705) 326-2671
- 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 Orillia
Orillia-area criminal matters are heard at the Orillia Courthouse on Memorial Avenue. Provincial offences are handled by the Orillia Provincial Offences Court on West Street South — a separate court service area from Barrie, with its own office and its own trial dates.
Criminal Court
Orillia Courthouse (Ontario Court of Justice)
700 Memorial Avenue, Cottage C, Orillia, ON L3V 0T7
(705) 326-2671
Orillia and area criminal matters. Separate from the Barrie courthouse on Mulcaster Street.
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