In light of the extraordinary circumstances during the current public health emergency, and as described in NP 19 COVID-19: Resumption of Court Operations, all court proceedings will be held virtually by audioconference or videoconference until further notice, unless otherwise ordered by a judge.
We are located on the first level of the Perth County Courthouse at 1 Huron Street in Stratford.
Map to the Perth County Courthouse
Please note there are limited parking spaces at the courthouse parking lot, which are marked accordingly. If these spaces are full, please use the City of Stratford Parking map to find alternate parking near the courthouse.
Our office is open from Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding holidays.
Option 1: Plea of Guilty - Voluntary Payment of Total Payable |
Payments options:
|
Option 2: Early Resolution - Meet with the Prosecutor |
By choosing this option, you do not forego the right to a trial. Our office must receive your request for a meeting, by checking your option. Your meeting with the prosecutor will be scheduled after the court office has received your request. This meeting will be held by audioconference or videoconference. You can deliver your request for a meeting with the prosecutor to our office:
If you have moved, please notify our office to ensure that you receive your notices. |
Option 3: Trial |
Deliver your request for a trial
If you have moved, please notify our office to ensure that you receive your notices. |
A new online system has launched that allows Ontarians to look up the status of millions of Provincial Offences Act (POA) charges province-wide. This new online service makes it easier for members of the public to find information about POA Part I and III matters, such as how much they owe and how to pay, as well as where and when a trial or early resolution meeting is scheduled.
The system is available at http://www.ontario.ca/ticketsandfines
If you have received a Summons to appear in court |
You must appear in court by Zoom. How to Attend:Video Conferencing Connection Directions:
Audio Conference Connection Directions:
Require Assistance:If you do not have access to a personal telephone or a computer you may:
Helpful Resources: |
What happens if you ignore your ticket? |
If you do not exercise one of the options within 15 days of receiving your offence notice, you will be deemed not to dispute the charge and a conviction may be entered against you. A Clerk of the Court will review the Certificate of Offence for defectiveness before entering a conviction. Within 15 days of becoming aware of the conviction, you may apply for review by a Justice of the Peace. Failure to pay the fine imposed upon conviction by the due date will result in one or more of the following:
|
What if I need more time to pay a Provincial Offences fine? |
If you need more time to pay a provincial offence fine, contact the court office noted on the back of your ticket. If you have already been convicted, you will be asked to fill out a form(s) that will be reviewed by a Clerk of the Court. This form will require you to fill in all of the information regarding your ticket including how much you have paid so far and a specific date that you would like it extended to. |
Complaint or comments |
Use the complaint or feedback form to comment on the service you received at this court administration office. Click for information on making a complaint about a Justice of the Peace or the Conduct of a Police Officer. |
Accessibility |
The Provincial Offices staff are committed to equal access to justice for all, and are working to ensure that people with disabilities can use and benefit from services equally and free from discrimination. Should you require assistance or accommodation in order to access our services, we will work with you to determine how best to meet your needs. At the Perth County Courthouse, accessible parking is available in the parking lot off Huron Street, and an accessible entrance to the lower floor is available within meters of the accessible parking. Should you require assistance to access the courts on the third floor, there is an operator-assisted lift, which can be accessed at every level. Follow the signs to the lift, push the call button and an attendant will respond. Some alternate forms of documents, such as Braille, require advance notice. If you require alternate formats of documents, please contact Legislative Services at 519-271-0531. |
Resources |
Demerit Point System
Ministry of Attorney General - Tickets and Fines Information |
Contact Us