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Criminal Harassment & Uttering Threats

How criminal harassment and uttering threats charges work in Ontario, and what to do next.

Criminal harassment and uttering threats charges can follow a breakup, a workplace dispute or a neighbour conflict. The Crown has to prove each element of the offence beyond a reasonable doubt.

These allegations often come with no-contact or stay-away conditions. We can ask the Crown to vary conditions, or apply for a bail review if the Crown will not consent.

  • What the Crown must prove for criminal harassment or uttering threats
  • Early review of messages, statements and any 911 or digital evidence
  • Changes to no-contact and residence conditions
  • Resolutions that avoid a criminal record where they are appropriate, or a trial defence when the allegation should be challenged

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