Justices of the Peace Review Council

Making a Complaint?

You can complain to the Justices of the Peace Review Council about a justice of the peace of the Ontario Court of Justice if you believe their conduct is improper. For more information about making a complaint, please click the button below.

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Complaints

The Review Council’s main responsibility is to consider complaints about the conduct of justices of the peace of the Ontario Court of Justice. The purpose of the complaints process is to preserve public confidence in the administration of justice.

Standards of Conduct

The Associate Chief Justice Co-ordinator of Justices of the Peace establishes standards of conduct for justices of the peace of the Ontario Court of Justice. The Review Council reviews and approves those standards of conduct.

Annual Reports

Each year, the Justices of the Peace Review Council publishes an annual report. The annual reports provide information on the Review Council’s membership, its functions, policies, procedures, and work during the reporting year.

Education

The Associate Chief Justice Co-ordinator of Justices of the Peace establishes an education plan for justices of the peace of the Ontario Court of Justice. The Review Council reviews and approves this plan.

Latest News and Publications

June 19, 2025

2024 Annual Report

Each year, the Justices of the Peace Review Council publishes an annual report about its work the previous year. The annual reports provide information on the Review Council’s membership, its…
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June 19, 2025

JPRC Amends Rule 6.6 of Procedures Document

The Justices of the Peace Review Council periodically updates its Procedures Document to clarify and streamline its processes, to ensure that the procedures reflect current practices, and to support the…
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May 15, 2025

New Website Launched

The Justices of the Peace Review Council has launched a new website. The Review Council’s website includes information about the role of the Review Council and making a complaint to…
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