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Judicial review of Commission's order to withdraw police disciplinary charges dismissed; decision found reasonable and procedurally fair.
The Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) sought judicial review of a decision by the Ontario Civilian Police Commission directing the Chief of Police to withdraw disciplinary charges against a police officer.
The Commission found that the Chief failed to comply with the mandatory investigation and reporting requirements under section 76 of the Police Services Act before initiating a disciplinary hearing.
The Divisional Court dismissed the application, finding that the Commission did not breach procedural fairness, there was no reasonable apprehension of bias, and the Commission's decision was reasonable.
Appointment of Administrator over Durham Regional Police Service extended due to ongoing crisis of confidence.
The Ontario Civilian Police Commission reviewed the status of its interim order appointing an Administrator to oversee the Durham Regional Police Service and the Durham Regional Police Services Board.
Finding that a crisis of confidence and fear of reprisal continued to constitute an emergency within the Service, the Commission extended the Administrator's appointment until December 31, 2020, to ensure the ongoing investigation could be completed without interference.
