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Criminal Matters
R. v. M.C. (2025 ONSC 6626)
The Court sentenced the Accused to three years' imprisonment for aggravated sexual assault, balancing denunciation and deterrence with mitigating factors, including cognitive impairments, a guilty plea, and significant rehabilitative efforts. Ancillary orders, including a lifetime SOIRA order, were imposed.
Justice C. Conlan
Family Matters
D’Silva v. Ilia (2025 ONSC 6880)
A mother’s motion for interim relocation of her children to Dubai was dismissed. The Court found the request premature, citing insufficient evidence of compelling circumstances, disputed facts requiring trial, and concerns about the children’s independent preferences. The stringent test for interim relocation was not satisfied.
Justice M. Kurz
Court of Appeal Decisions of Local Interest
Kovacevic v. Griva (2025 ONCA 814)
The Court upheld the dismissal of a claim for additional compensation and punitive damages, finding no evidence of an oral agreement modifying the original contract. The trial judge properly excluded inadmissible evidence and determined the appellant failed to prove her case. The appeal was dismissed with no order for costs.
Justice J. Mills
R. v. R.P. (2025 ONCA 847)
The Court dismissed the appeal of convictions for assault and related offences, finding the trial judge's reasoning sound and no evidence of ineffective assistance of counsel. The complainant's testimony was corroborated by independent evidence, and no legal errors or prejudice undermining the verdict were demonstrated.
Justice J. Crawford
