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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 Oshawa, Ontario.
Disturbing the peace in or near a public place by fighting, screaming, swearing, or obstructing persons. Summary offence — strong defences available.
- Courthouse
- Durham Region Courthouse (Ontario Court of Justice)
- Court Phone
- (905) 743-2600
- Consultation
- Free & Confidential
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Penalties
Summary conviction: up to 6 months and/or $5,000 fine. Diversion and peace bonds are commonly used to resolve these matters without a record.
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Available defences
- No externally manifested disturbance
- Conduct not in or near a public place
- Identification
- De minimis
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The process
Most cause disturbance charges resolve through peace bond, diversion, or withdrawal after disclosure.
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Notes for Oshawa
Durham Region summary criminal matters (Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa) are heard at the Durham courthouse on Bond Street in Oshawa. HTA tickets and POA matters from Durham Regional Police and OPP East are routed to the Rossland Road POA office in Whitby.
Durham Region Courthouse (Ontario Court of Justice)
150 Bond Street East, Oshawa, ON L1G 0A2
(905) 743-2600
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