Bail pending appeal

If you have been sentenced to a period of imprisonment, you may apply for bail pending the hearing of your appeal. Bail may be granted in cases where there are arguable grounds of appeal and a good release plan and when detention is not necessary in the public interest.

Where will the application be heard?

If you have been found guilty of a summary conviction offence, your application for bail pending appeal will be heard by a judge of the Superior Court of Justice in the region where your trial took place.

If you have been found guilty of an indictable offence, your application for bail pending appeal will be heard by a judge of the Court of Appeal for Ontario.

When will the application be heard?

An application for bail pending appeal may be brought on three clear days’ notice. If you have not yet been sentenced, an application for bail pending appeal can be prepared in advance and scheduled for the same day or shortly after your sentencing date.

Contact Peter in advance of your sentencing to ensure that your application for bail pending appeal can be heard promptly.