I would like to help my aunt apply for a peace bond against her son. How do I do this?

Your aunt does not need a lawyer to apply for a peace bond, so the process can be less expensive than applying for a restraining order. Her role in the process is as a "complainant". Your aunt will have to make a formal complaint to those who work in the criminal justice system, and they then handle the matter. The process can take longer than applying for a restraining order. A peace bond can only be applied for during normal court hours.

Each jurisdiction may have a slightly different procedure for applying for a peace bond. The police or the local Provincial Court-Criminal Division will be able to tell you what to do in your aunt's area.

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January 2006

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• More Abuse of Older Adults FAQs

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