What are the differences between a peace bond and a restraining order?
Where to get one • You need to go to the police for a peace bond. • You can apply for a restraining order in Provincial Court or Supreme Court without going through the police. (See If You Have to Go to Court for information on the Provincial Court application process.) Lawyers, courts and costs • You do not need a lawyer to apply for a peace bond. The police will apply for you, and a lawyer employed by the government (Crown counsel) will handle your case in court. • You may go to either the Provincial Court or the Supreme Court to ask for a restraining order. If you are already in the process of applying for custody , guardianship , access or support the same court will handle your application for a restraining order. We recommend you talk to a lawyer to find out which court is most appropriate for you. A Family Justice Counsellor can also provide you with information about the courts. • You may apply for a restraining order in either Provincial Court or Supreme Court with or without
