How can I contest a peace bond application?
In some cases, a person may be required to attend court for a peace bond hearing. This typically occurs when no formal charges have been laid, but a complaint has been made.
During a peace bond hearing, a justice of the peace will review the evidence presented by both parties. The justice will then determine, on a balance of probabilities, whether the complainant has demonstrated reasonable grounds to fear that the defendant will cause personal injury to the complainant or their spouse, common-law partner, or child, or damage the complainant's property. You will have the opportunity to present evidence demonstrating that the complainant's fear is unfounded.