Criminal Harassment charges in Newmarket, Ontario.

Section 264 of the Criminal Code prohibits engaging in conduct toward another person — including repeatedly following, communicating with, watching, or threatening — that causes that person to reasonably fear for their safety or the safety of someone known to them.

Hybrid. On summary: up to 2 years less a day. On indictment: up to 10 years. Criminal record on conviction. Often accompanied by no-contact and weapons prohibitions.

• Conduct did not cause the complainant to fear for safety
• The fear was not objectively reasonable in the circumstances
• No knowledge or recklessness as to causing fear
• Lawful authority or justification
• Identification

Disclosure review of the pattern of conduct alleged, witness statements, and communication records. Peace bond resolution is common where the evidence supports a low-risk outcome.

York Region criminal and civil matters are heard at the Newmarket courthouse on Eagle Street. Provincial offences from York Regional Police, OPP, and municipal enforcement are handled at the Bristol Road POA office.