Remedies under Criminal Law

When sexual harassment is a crime, such as sexual assault or criminal harassment, there are a number of remedies that may be available to you.

When a Crime is Reported

When you report sexual harassment that is a crime to the police you can:

Ask for a Peace Bond if you reasonably fear for your safety.
Apply for Victims' Compensation.
Access Victim Services.

When there is Criminal Conviction

If the police charge the harasser and they are convicted of a crime the court can:

Order the harasser to have no contact with you.
Place the harasser on probation.
Order the harasser to pay you restitution to cover expenses you have incurred or damages to your property.
Fine the harasser.
Sentence the harasser to jail time.

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