Lawyer critical of police warning Aug 31, 2008
Police are also taking the added step of seeking a peace bond that would allow them to monitor him for a year. Part of that application, which will be heard on Oct. 20, involves asking the court to approve electronic monitoring which will allow police to track Venn's movements. (Calgary Herald)
Feces in face 'rude' Aug 30, 2008
BARRIE -- A judge yesterday ruled that there are no grounds to grant a peace bond to protect a Georgian Bay homeowner after his neighbour shoved dog feces in his face, a court heard yesterday. "To say it's rude is an understatement," said Justice of the Peace Gerry Solursh, but he ruled the incident does not warrant a peace bond ... "This hearing is not about fences and boundaries and disputes. It's about a peace bond," he said. (Toronto Sun)
Wife is loyal no more Aug 9, 2008
"I'm just going to move on with my life, get a peace bond against him and take care of my babies at home," Natalie said. To make matters worse, while at the courthouse Natalie met a woman named Margaret Cassidy who said her friend had not only been dating Stanley for months but that they were engaged. (Toronto Sun)
No easy options in Khadr case, say experts Jul 17, 2008
Wark, who noted another option would be to ask a judge for a "peace bond," or an order imposing restrictions on Mr. Khadr's activities and associates. "A peace bond can't be so draconian as to amount to house arrest, but they can be quite stringent in terms of who [suspects] can consort with and what kind of jobs they can have and what kind of technology they can use," Prof. (National Post)
'Extremist' family behind Tories' Khadr policy Jun 18, 2008
The Conservatives also question the opposition members' claim the government could keep a free Khadr away from bad influences - such as most of his immediate family - by subjecting him to "judicially enforceable conditions" of a peace bond. "The government believes that such measures in the situation of Omar Khadr are counter-productive," they say. (Canada.com)
House committee wants Khadr returned to Canada Jun 11, 2008
The report adds that the subcommittee is "confident that the Canadian justice system has the jurisdiction to hold Omar Khadr accountable for offences he may have committed in Afghanistan.On concerns Mr. Khadr may pose a security threat if returned to Canada and not jailed for any reason, the subcommittee highlights a peace bond provision in Canadian law that it says could keep him in check."The legal vehicle could be an avenue to deal preventively with the security risks that Omar Khadr may be... (National Post)
Mother of murdered B.C. children thanks community for support May 10, 2008
He was released over the objections of RCMP and despite a peace bond and three arrests in the week prior to the deaths. A coroner's inquest into the case has already been announced. (Globe and Mail -- National)
BC murder suspect remains in Kamloops hospital Apr 18, 2008
Shoenborn's lawyer, Rishi Gill, appeared in court on Thursday in relation to his client's violation of a peace bond in the week before the bodies of the children were found. Gill would not comment on the health of his client, whose next appearance on those charges will be by video in Kamloops provincial court on May 2. (CTV.ca)
So-called terror zealot vindicated Apr 17, 2008
The trio, who signed peace bonds, were charged with participating in a terrorist group as well as training for terrorist purposes ... He did not sign the peace bond, but had his charges stayed as well ... The three men who signed the peace bond, all of whom are from Mississauga, now face various conditions, including not associating with co-accused, surrendering their passports, abiding by a curfew and not possessing any firearm or explosive substance. (Toronto Star)
4 accused in TO terror case set free Apr 16, 2008
Ahmad Mustafa Ghany, 23, along with Abdul Qayyum Jamal, 45, and Ibrahim Aboud, 21, saw their charges stayed yesterday afternoon after being required to sign peace bonds in the morning ... Yasin Abdi Mohamed, who wasn't required to sign a peace bond, also had charges against him stayed. (Toronto Sun)
Charges stayed against four terrorism suspects Apr 16, 2008
It was just winter camping and the paintball, you heard that in court, Mr. Jamal said outside, after he signed a peace bond ... Two other suspects, Ibrahim Aboud, 19, and Ahmad Ghany, 23, yesterday signed peace bonds conceding they spent a few days at the camp, but did nothing more sinister than fire paintball guns ... Dan Brien, a spokesman for the Crown, said only that the peace bonds signed yesterday mean that if the suspects remain on good behaviour and observe their curfews for a year, the... (Globe and Mail)
B.C. father 'got a good break' on bail Apr 11, 2008
Although the justice of the peace was told Mr. Schoenborn was subject to a peace bond application in Vancouver, it was not made clear in the hearing that the protection order had been put in place after an alleged incident of domestic violence against Ms. Clarke. There was also no reference to the fact that he had pleaded guilty just five weeks earlier to violating that order. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Police in B.C. had visited ill-fated house many times Apr 10, 2008
The only proof we will have is the video surveillance," said the woman, who would not give her name. She said police had taken the video record, but had not been able to view it because staff had forgotten the access password. "They need to deal with that, then they can watch the footage," she said. Neighbours reported seeing Ms. Clarke walking toward the corner store Sunday, then walking home a short time later. Minutes after she returned, police cars and ambulances came roaring into the quiet... (Globe and Mail -- National)
Official who freed B.C. suspect wasn't told of domestic troubles Apr 9, 2008
But a publicly accessible court record shows that Mr. Schoenborn, who is being hunted by police after the slayings of his three young children in Merritt on Sunday, had pleaded guilty just five weeks earlier to violating a peace bond that was supposed to protect his wife ... Court documents show Mr. Schoenborn's wife, Darcie Clarke, had a peace bond on allegations of domestic violence last May in Vancouver. (Globe and Mail -- National)
How do you stop a bully? Apr 4, 2008
Consider taking out a peace bond, if that is appropriate. Be sure the administrators know you are holding them responsible for correcting the situation. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Residents' revolt sent condo owner to the curb Mar 25, 2008
To get out of jail, he signed a peace bond that required him to stay away from the building. As it turned out, the police had collected a thick file of complaints against Mr. Green - residents and staff accused him of everything from harassing phone calls to sabotaging the building's heating system. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Sexsomniac will not face new rape trial, court decides Feb 9, 2008
However, Frank Addario, a lawyer for Mr. Luedecke, countered that it would be overkill to designate sexsomnia as a mental disorder when defendants can be easily controlled simply by imposing peace bonds that include conditions that would enhance public safety. He said Mr. Luedecke was under just such a peace bond for a year after his acquittal ... Initially intrigued by the peace bond option, the judges were noticeably less impressed after Mr. Addario acknowledged that his client refused a Crown... (Globe and Mail -- National)
* Man wanted in Thailand held in Vancouver prison Nov 4, 2007
She said Mader is held under a Canadian peace bond "used if there's reason to fear that this person may commit a sexual offence against a person under the age of 14 here in Canada.". A judge will hear arguments next week on whether Mader will be released under conditions, which typically include confiscation of a passport, prohibition from traveling or being near children. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Search called off for missing pilot Nov 4, 2007
Crown prosecutors are seeking a peace bond against a Canadian man accused of sex crimes involving a boy in Thailand. Canada Features. (CBC British Columbia)
1st Kuwaiti woman MP sworn in Nov 3, 2007
Crown prosecutors are seeking a peace bond against a Canadian man accused of sex crimes involving a boy in Thailand. Although Hurricane Noel is expected to weaken to a post-tropical storm by the time it reaches Atlantic Canada late Saturday, forecasters say it will still pack a wallop. (Yahoo News -- Kuwait)
X-Files movie sequel to be shot in Vancouver Nov 3, 2007
Crown prosecutors are seeking a peace bond against a Canadian man accused of sex crimes involving a boy in Thailand ... Crown prosecutors are seeking a peace bond against a Canadian man accused of sex crimes involving a boy in Thailand ... Crown prosecutors are seeking a peace bond against a Canadian man accused of sex crimes involving a boy in Thailand. (CBC British Columbia)
Neighbors sue Rea of Hope shelter Oct 10, 2007
In August, Beaver filed a complaint against Toor, asking for a peace bond to ensure that [Toor] shall keep the peace and be of good behavior. . (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Lawyer appears early to answer shelter accusation Sep 25, 2007
Last month, Rea of Hope Executive Director Marie Beaver filed a complaint against Toor, asking for a peace bond to ensure that [Toor] shall keep the peace and be of good behavior. . (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Legal Aid attorney a no-show at hearing Sep 20, 2007
Instead, Mark A. Toors attorney contended that his client was not properly notified to answer to a peace bond a legal tool that is little used anymore ... On the peace bond form, Rea of Hope Fellowship Home executive director Marie Beaver, requested that Toor be required to post a bond to ensure that he shall keep the peace and be of good behavior ... Kanawha County Magistrate Carol Fouty issued Toors peace bond on Aug. 13. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Vancouver police plan to keep tabs on high-risk rapist Sep 17, 2007
Moore, 43, was arrested on a peace bond under Section 810 of the Canadian Criminal Code, which allows officers to arrest people police strongly believe will commit a crime. Fanning said police will typically ask for conditions such as a curfew, reporting regularly to police and abstaining from drugs and alcohol. (Canada.com)
Legal Aid official accused of threatening behavior Aug 28, 2007
A peace bond was filed against Mark A. Toor, who lives close to the home, by Rea of Hope executive director Marie Beaver ... The peace bond orders him to appear in court on Sept. 19. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Charges stayed for youngest TO terror suspects Aug 1, 2007
The conditions, which are known as a peace bond in the Canadian justice system, are part of new terrorism provisions in the Criminal Code. Defence lawyers for the two youths contend this is the first time anyone in Canadian history has been released under a terrorism related peace bond. (CTV.ca)
Defence questions witness on previous police interrogation Jul 19, 2007
It was more just a heated argument and that is why there was a peace bond. In response to several inconsistencies between his testimony in court and earlier statements to police, Mr. Bellwood said the jury should rely on his remarks in court. (Globe and Mail)
Anti-poverty protesters storm BC cabinet offices May 23, 2007
Cunningham was arrested and issued a peace bond after he arrived at a public location in the city's Downtown Eastside for what he believed was an interview with a reporter. But it was a Vancouver police officer posing as a reporter. (CTV.ca)
Ethical experts condemn tactics used by Vancouver police in arrest May 23, 2007
When Cunningham arrived, he was arrested so that he could be issued a peace bond after he allegedly threatened members of the Vancouver 2010 Winter OlympicGames organizing committee at a protest on Wednesday. 24 Hours editor Dean Broughton condemned the police action, saying it affects the paper's credibility and ability to do its job. (570 News)
Police pose as reporter to arrest protester May 21, 2007
He could be charged criminally if he violates the peace bond. On Friday, a court is to hear his challenge of the bond's conditions, which require that he have no contact with Olympic committee board members or executive team members or go within one block of their businesses or homes. (Globe and Mail)
Principal has 'suffered enough' Apr 3, 2007
The judge also refused to issue a peace bond, which had been jointly recommended by the lawyers, that would have ordered her to avoid contact with the complainants. "This case is tragic, and the tragic figure in this case is Ms. Pantalone," the judge said at the end of a day-long proceeding in which the accused testified, at times tearfully, about the stress of her life. (Globe and Mail -- National)
