M.D. Segal

The accused, previously found not criminally responsible for mischief, uttering threats, and animal cruelty, appeared before the Ontario Review Board for her annual hearing.

She had successfully transitioned to living in the community, remained asymptomatic, and demonstrated significant progress without antipsychotic medication.

The Board accepted the joint recommendation of the parties and granted a Conditional Discharge.

The accused, previously found not criminally responsible for aggravated assault, appeared before the Ontario Review Board for his annual hearing.

The hospital and Crown proposed continuing the current conditional discharge on identical terms, which the accused did not contest.

The Board heard evidence from the treating psychiatrist that the accused's mental health is stable, he is medication compliant, and his risk is well managed.

The Board ordered the continuation of the conditional discharge, noting the accused's progress and the potential for an absolute discharge in the future if stability continues.

The Ontario Review Board held an annual review for the accused, who was previously found not criminally responsible for multiple violent offences due to schizophrenia.

The accused sought an absolute or conditional discharge, while the hospital recommended maintaining the detention order with slightly expanded privileges.

The Board found that the accused continues to pose a significant threat to public safety due to his ongoing need for treatment, lack of coping skills, and risk of substance-induced psychosis.

The Board concluded that maintaining the detention order with the hospital's proposed amendments was the least onerous and least restrictive disposition.

The Ontario Review Board held an annual review for an accused found not criminally responsible for second-degree murder.

The accused, diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, had remained stable and compliant with treatment over the past year.

The Board accepted a joint submission to continue the Detention Order with privileges up to living in the community, adding a provision for travel passes up to seven days within Ontario to facilitate hospital-sponsored outings.

The accused, who was previously found not criminally responsible, appeared before the Ontario Review Board for a restriction of liberty hearing.

Following an altercation with a co-resident at his group home, the hospital admitted him, significantly restricting his liberty.

The Board found that the hospital's decision was warranted and represented the least onerous and least restrictive course available, as the accused had nowhere else to live and was dysregulated.

The restriction of liberty was upheld.

The accused, previously found not criminally responsible for assault with a weapon and forcible confinement, appeared before the Ontario Review Board for an early hearing.

He had been diagnosed with Bipolar 1 Disorder and Cannabis Use Disorder.

The hospital, Crown, and accused jointly requested a Conditional Discharge.

The Board accepted the joint position, noting the accused's significant progress, medication adherence, negative urine screens, and strong family support.

A Conditional Discharge with conditions was ordered.

The accused was previously found unfit to stand trial on several criminal charges, including robbery and assault with a weapon.

The Ontario Review Board held a hearing to determine his current fitness.

Based on the evidence of his treating psychiatrist, the Board found that the accused now understands the charges, plea options, and the roles of trial participants, and can meaningfully instruct counsel.

The Board concluded the accused is fit to stand trial and ordered him returned to court with a Keep Fit Order and a Detention Order.

The accused appeared before the Ontario Review Board for an annual review of his disposition, having been found not criminally responsible for assault causing bodily harm.

The hospital and Crown recommended no change to his Detention Order, while the accused sought an Absolute Discharge.

The Board found that the accused continues to pose a significant threat to public safety due to residual symptoms of schizophrenia, a history of non-compliance with treatment, and a desire to consume cannabis.

The Board maintained the Detention Order but ordered that his community living privileges be specifically restricted to supervised housing approved by the person in charge, rather than independent living, to ensure adequate risk management.

The Ontario Review Board held an annual hearing for the accused, who was previously found not criminally responsible for robbery and uttering threats.

The accused is currently under a Detention Order at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.

The Board heard evidence from the treating psychiatrist that the accused continues to experience active psychotic symptoms and cognitive deficits, though he has had a relatively good year with no violence.

The Board accepted the joint submission of the parties to maintain the current Disposition, noting that the threat of violence continues to be present and the hospital is actively seeking community living options.

The Ontario Review Board held an annual review hearing for the accused, who was previously found not criminally responsible for an indecent act.

The accused, diagnosed with schizophrenia, is currently residing in high-support transitional housing and requires significant assistance due to profound vision challenges.

The Board found that the accused's needs and the risk to the community are well managed under the current Conditional Discharge.

The Board maintained the Conditional Discharge, noting that an absolute discharge would likely result in the accused falling away from treatment and decompensating.

The Ontario Review Board held an annual review hearing for the accused, who was previously found not criminally responsible for sexual assault.

The hospital and Crown supported continuing the current disposition, which included residing in 24-hour supervised accommodation, and the accused's counsel agreed, conceding significant threat.

The Board accepted the joint submission, noting the accused's limited behavioural progress and ongoing plans to find community housing, and ordered a continued Detention Order.

The Ontario Review Board held an annual hearing and a restriction of liberty hearing for the accused, who was found not criminally responsible for assault and assault with intent to resist arrest.

The accused, who has schizophrenia and a major cognitive disorder, experienced physical health challenges and homelessness, necessitating readmissions to the hospital and restrictions of liberty.

The Board accepted the joint submission that the restrictions of liberty were justified and necessary, and that no change to the current Detention Order was required, as the accused requires 24-hour supervision and awaits long-term care placement.

The accused, previously found not criminally responsible for various offences including dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and assault, appeared before the Ontario Review Board for an annual hearing.

The Board accepted a joint submission from the parties that a Conditional Discharge with a residence clause was the least onerous and least restrictive disposition.

The accused had been living in the community without incident, maintaining employment, and remaining abstinent from substances.

The accused was found unfit to stand trial on charges of break and enter and uttering threats after forcing her way into a home she previously owned and threatening to kill the occupants.

At her initial Ontario Review Board hearing, the Board found she remained unfit to stand trial due to her Unspecified Schizophrenic Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorder, which caused persistent delusions regarding home ownership and a lack of insight into her legal jeopardy.

The Board ordered her detention at the hospital with conditions, including a no-contact order with the victim, finding she posed a significant threat to public safety if released.

The accused was previously found unfit to stand trial on charges including assaulting a peace officer and mischief.

At her initial hearing before the Ontario Review Board, evidence from her treating physician indicated she had made significant progress, understood the court process, and could meaningfully instruct counsel.

The Board accepted the uncontradicted medical evidence and the agreement of all parties, finding the accused fit to stand trial.

The Board ordered her returned to court and issued a Keep Fit Order in the interim.

The accused was found not criminally responsible for weapons offences and was detained at a psychiatric hospital.

At the initial disposition hearing, the Ontario Review Board found that the accused, who suffers from schizophrenia and has a history of medication non-compliance, continues to represent a significant threat to public safety.

The Board ordered a Detention Order as the least onerous and restrictive disposition, but rejected a joint submission to include an abstinence clause, finding no evidence of prior substance use.