Appointment of two new judges to the Ontario Court of Justice, effective November 30, 2023
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The judges and the justices of the peace of the Court preside over adult criminal, youth criminal, family law, child welfare, and provincial offences matters.
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Criminal Court
Criminal cases where charges are laid under the Criminal Code, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, Youth Criminal Justice Act and other federal statutes
Family Court
Family cases, including child protection, adoption, cases involving decision-making responsibility, parenting time, contact, and support cases.
Provincial Offences
All cases laid under provincial legislation, including traffic offences, by-law offences and offences against environmental, health and safety, and employment standards legislation.
News
New Practice Directions to Reduce Delay in Criminal Proceedings
Appointment of three new judges to the Ontario Court of Justice, effective November 2, 2023