When you have a criminal matter going through the Brampton courts, you may encounter various court forms and documents related to your case. The Ontario Court of Justice makes many commonly used criminal court forms available online.
Nirwal Law’s Guide to Brampton Criminal Court Forms provides links to commonly used criminal court forms in Ontario, along with explanations of some of the documents you may encounter.
These forms are used throughout Ontario, including for criminal matters heard at the Brampton courthouse.
Where Can I Find Brampton Criminal Court Forms?
The Ontario Court of Justice maintains an online collection of criminal court forms.
View Ontario Court of Justice Criminal Court Forms
Some forms are available as Word documents, while others are available in PDF format.
What Are Some of the Most Common Criminal Court Forms in Brampton?
The form you require will depend on your case, what you are asking the court to do and the circumstances surrounding your request. Some commonly used forms include:
Form 1: Application
Form 1 is used for various applications made to the Ontario Court of Justice. The form identifies what you are asking the court to do and the reasons for your request. https://www.ontariocourts.ca/ocj/files/forms/Form2-Formule2.doc
Form 2: Response
Form 2 is used to respond to an application under the Criminal Rules of the Ontario Court of Justice. https://www.ontariocourts.ca/ocj/files/forms/Form2-Formule2.doc
Form 3: Consent
Form 3 can be used when the parties consent to an application under the applicable Criminal Rules. https://www.ontariocourts.ca/ocj/files/forms/Form3-Formule3.doc
Designation of Counsel
An accused person may designate their lawyer to act on their behalf for certain purposes during a criminal proceeding. Designating counsel does not automatically mean that an accused person can miss every court appearance. https://www.ontariocourtforms.on.ca/media/uploads/courtforms/ocj/cao_650.01_csd_rev0906_fil.doc
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Bail and Surety Forms
Several Ontario criminal court forms relate to bail, release conditions and sureties.
Surety Declaration Form
In a bail proceeding, a surety is someone who agrees to supervise an accused person while they are released on bail and may pledge money as part of the release plan. The Ontario Court of Justice provides a Surety Declaration Form for use in the bail process. https://www.ontariocourts.ca/ocj/files/forms/Surety-Declaration-CSO-12-515-1-rev0726-fil.docx
Application for Consent Variation of Bail
In some circumstances, bail conditions can be changed when the required parties consent to the proposed changes. The Ontario Court of Justice provides an Application for Consent Variation of Bail Form for this purpose. https://www.ontariocourts.ca/ocj/files/forms/COVID-19-OCJ-Consent-Bail-Variation-EN.pdf
Before attempting to change your release conditions, speak with your criminal defence lawyer.
Application for Consent Variation of Police Undertaking
If you were released by police on an undertaking that contains conditions, a separate form is available to request a consent variation of those conditions. https://www.ontariocourts.ca/ocj/files/forms/COVID-19-OCJ-Consent-Variation-Police-Undertaking-EN.pdf
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Forms Associated With Trials and Preliminary Inquiries
The Ontario Court of Justice also provides forms related to criminal trials and preliminary inquiries.
Trial/Preliminary Inquiry Scheduling Form
As part of the process for scheduling a criminal trial or preliminary inquiry, a Trial/Preliminary Inquiry Scheduling Form may be required. The form includes information about the accused, the charges, counsel, the expected length of the proceeding and scheduling requirements. https://www.ontariocourts.ca/ocj/files/trial-prelim-inquiry-scheduling.pdf
Notice of Election Form
Depending on the offence and how the Crown proceeds, an accused person may have an election concerning the mode of trial.
Speak with your criminal defence lawyer before making an election. https://www.ontariocourts.ca/ocj/files/CAO-536-2-1-rev0919-fil.doc
Virtual Plea Application Form
The Ontario Court of Justice provides a Virtual Plea Application (On Consent) Form that can be used when seeking approval for certain guilty plea proceedings to take place virtually.
View Virtual Plea and Other Criminal Court Forms
Digital Recording Access Forms
Forms are available for requesting access to digital court recordings. There is a form for litigants, accused persons and members of the media, along with a separate form for lawyers and licensed paralegals of record. https://www.ontariocourts.ca/en/forms/Undertaking-Court-Access-DRD.doc
Access to recordings may be subject to court policies and other restrictions.
Peace Bond Application Form
The Ontario Court of Justice also provides a Peace Bond Application Form. A peace bond is a court order requiring a person to follow specified conditions for a set period. https://www.ontariocourts.ca/ocj/files/forms/Peace_Bond_Application_Form.docx
Private Prosecution Application Form
Ontario provides a form for individuals who wish to pursue a private prosecution. A private prosecution involves an individual seeking to initiate a criminal proceeding instead of the usual process in which charges are laid by police.
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How Do I File Criminal Court Documents in Brampton?
The Ontario Court of Justice has specific procedures governing how criminal court documents must be served and filed.
Under the court’s current Practice Direction, electronic filing by email is generally required, subject to certain exceptions. Self-represented accused persons who are unable to file documents electronically may submit paper copies at the courthouse where their case is being heard.
Ontario Court of Justice Practice Direction on Serving and Filing Criminal Court Documents
The Practice Direction also contains requirements for naming documents, formatting electronic documents and creating email subject lines when submitting documents to the court.
Where Is the Brampton Criminal Courthouse?
Criminal matters in Brampton are heard at the A. Grenville and William Davis Courthouse:
7755 Hurontario St.
Brampton, ON L6W 4T1
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Contact Nirwal Law
If you have been charged with a criminal offence in Brampton, Manbir Nirwal can help you understand the charges against you, the court process and your legal options. Nirwal Law focuses exclusively on criminal defence and represents clients facing a wide range of criminal charges.
Contact Nirwal Law today or call 416-909-3735 to schedule a consultation with a Brampton criminal defence lawyer.
