Dr. J.G. Gagnon

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

The Board heard evidence from his treating psychiatrist that while he is stable and seeking employment, he continues to experience episodes of agitation and paranoia.

The Board concluded that the accused remains a significant threat to public safety and ordered the continuation of his conditional discharge as the least onerous and least restrictive disposition.

The Ontario Review Board held an annual hearing for an accused found not criminally responsible for mischief and assault.

The accused, diagnosed with schizophrenia and narcissistic personality disorder, declined to attend the hearing.

The Board reviewed the hospital report and psychiatric evidence, which indicated the accused continues to pose a significant risk to the public due to his mental illness, lack of insight, and history of non-compliance with treatment.

The Board concluded that the current disposition, which detains the accused at the hospital with significant privileges, remains the least onerous and least restrictive disposition that balances his needs and public protection.

The accused, previously found not criminally responsible for assault with a weapon and other offences, had his disposition reviewed by the Ontario Review Board.

The Hospital and the accused recommended an Absolute Discharge, while the Crown sought a Conditional Discharge.

The Board found that the accused continues to represent a significant threat to public safety due to his history of severe substance-induced psychosis and violence.

The Board ordered a Conditional Discharge with terms including monitoring for substance use and weapons prohibitions.