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Conditional sentences, probation, and discharges

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If you are guilty of a criminal offence, a judge will decide your sentence. Learn about some of the possible sentences: a discharge, a suspended sentence, and a conditional sentence.

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  • This information applies to British Columbia, Canada
  • Reviewed for legal accuracy in March 2018
  • Time to read: 7 minutes

Reviewed for legal accuracy by

Jordan Allingham, Ferguson Allingham and Paul Briggs, Paul Briggs Law

Jordan Allingham, Ferguson Allingham
Paul Briggs, Paul Briggs Law

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This information from People’s Law School explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia, Canada. The information is not intended as legal advice. See our disclaimer.

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