The most common use of mischief in the context of protests relates to interference with someone's rights either to work or access property or tools, said Martin Peters, a Vancouver criminal lawyer.Ĭounselling involves leading or telling someone to commit mischief. What does that actually mean? Here's a look at the significance of mischief charges and the consequences the people charged may face:Ī mischief charge under the Criminal Code is extremely flexible, covering a wide range of possible offences from interfering with computer data to mischief endangering life or causing death. Some of the most high-profile organizers of protests against government and COVID-19 mandates in Ottawa are facing charges that include mischief and counselling to commit mischief.
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