Conditional discharge
3 definitions found for this term.
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A court decision made when, in the best interest of the accused and not contrary to the public interest, a person who is found guilty or pleads guilty under the Criminal Code may be discharged by the court on certain terms and conditions as set forth in a probation order, rather than having a conviction registered against her. On successful completion of the probation, the offender has the same status as someone absolutely discharged.
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Similar to an absolute discharge, except that the offender is subject to specified conditions contained in a probation order. If the offender violates these conditions, the discharge may be revoked. A conviction will then be entered, and an appropriate sentence imposed.
