Failure to comply with a probation order carries with it a maximum sentence of two years imprisonment if the prosecutor proceeds by way of indictment, and a maximum of 18 months' imprisonment and/or a fine of $2000 if proceeding summarily. Differing from its predecessor, s.740 of the Criminal Code of Canada, the Crown is no longer required to prove that the offence was done "wilfully"; instead merely not having a "reasonable excuse" is enough for the Crown to secure a conviction.

Court Order

There are multiple ways in which you can breach a court order, some of which include:

  • Unpaid fines
  • Prohibited contact, directly or indirectly, with an individual
  • Non-attendance at probation, counselling, or as directed
  • Carrying prohibited weapons
  • Not keeping the peace or being of good behaviour
  • Violating a curfew
  • Missing a court date

Conduct that is not criminal in nature, but may rather breach a provincial or municipal enactment can also result in a conviction for a breach of a court order or breach of probation. 

Paul V. has defended clients in many circumstances. Each case is unique and must be adjudicated on its merits.