A Community Correction Order (CCO) can be an alternative to imprisonment, allowing offenders to remain in the community under court-imposed conditions for a period of up to three years.

Under a CCO, offenders must comply with both standard and additional conditions, which may include supervision, community service, curfews, or participation in programs. Failure to comply with the order can result in the order being revoked or other consequences.

Conditions

Courts impose CCOs with a combination of standard and additional conditions depending on the nature of the offence and the circumstances of the offender.

Standard Conditions:

There are two standard conditions for a CCO, including that the offender must not commit any further offences and must appear before the court if called upon to do so.

Additional Conditions:

The court may include further conditions, such as up to 500 hours of community service or participation in treatment programs.

Breach of a CCO

If an offender breaches any of the order’s conditions, Community Corrections can refer the matter to the court.

The court may vary the order’s conditions, impose new conditions, or revoke the CCO and resentence the offender for the original offence, which can include a harsher penalty such as imprisonment.

Examples of CCO Conditions

Supervision: Reporting to and monitoring by a Community Corrections Officer.

Community Service: Performing community work for a specified number of hours.

Curfew: Remaining at a designated location during specific hours.

Programs: Participation in rehabilitation or other programs.

Non-Association or Place Restrictions: Prohibitions on contacting certain individuals or visiting specified places.

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