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I've Been Charged with a Criminal (or Youth) Offence and Want to Change My Release Conditions so I Can Have Contact with My Spouse or Children (view source)
Revision as of 07:31, 30 December 2011
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See the [[Resource List]] in this Guide for a list of helpful resources. Your best bets are: | See the [[Resource List]] in this Guide for a list of helpful resources. Your best bets are: | ||
Enquiry BC at 1-800-663-7867 for the location and number of Court Registries and Crown Counsel offices in British Columbia. If the offence took place in a different province or territory of Canada, Enquiry BC may be able to provide you with the general enquiry number for that province or territory | * Enquiry BC at 1-800-663-7867 for the location and number of Court Registries and Crown Counsel offices in British Columbia. If the offence took place in a different province or territory of Canada, Enquiry BC may be able to provide you with the general enquiry number for that province or territory. | ||
* [[Duty CounselCriminal duty counsel]] for assistance on the day you have to appear in court. | |||
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* [[Native Courtworkers]] (for aboriginal clients). | * [[Native Courtworkers]] (for aboriginal clients). | ||
* [[Lawyer Referral Service]] and [[Private Bar Lawyers]]. | * [[Lawyer Referral Service]] and [[Private Bar Lawyers]]. | ||
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| tips = In almost all cases, a no contact order prohibits | | tips = In almost all cases, a no contact order prohibits '''direct or indirect communication'''. Direct communication includes contact with the complainant in person, by phone, Skype, email, texting, etc. Indirect communication means sending messages to that person through a third party such as a friend or children. Remember that you are at risk. If you are found communicating with the complainant (even if they start or want the contact) you - not the complainant - may be charged with the criminal offence of breach of bail or breach of probation. If you absolutely need to communicate something to the complainant, speak with a lawyer first.}} | ||
Before meeting with a lawyer or advocate, complete the form [[Preparing for Your Interview]] included in this Guide. Make sure you bring copies of all documents relating to your case. | Before meeting with a lawyer or advocate, complete the form [[Preparing for Your Interview]] included in this Guide. Make sure you bring copies of all documents relating to your case. | ||