Provincial Offences Court – Barrie, ON

Provincial Offences Court (Barrie-Simcoe)

The Barrie Provincial Offences Court is the administrative and judicial centre responsible for processing non-criminal charges in the City of Barrie and surrounding Simcoe County areas. Operated by the City’s Legislative and Court Services Department, this facility manages offences under the Provincial Offences Act. It is distinct from the criminal courts, focusing instead on regulatory infractions and municipal by-law violations.

Court Mandate and Services

This court handles a high volume of cases, primarily initiated by Part I (ticket) or Part III (summons) notices. The administration office accepts fine payments, processes requests for trial, and manages court filings. Justices of the Peace preside over hearings at this location. Common matters adjudicated here include:

• Highway Traffic Act: Speeding, careless driving, distracted driving, and other moving violations.
• Municipal By-Laws: Infractions related to noise, property standards, animal control, and parking enforcement.
• Other Statutes: Violations of the Liquor Licence and Control Act, Trespass to Property Act, and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act.

Facility and Procedures

Located at 45 Cedar Pointe Drive, the court is situated in a business park setting, making it accessible for residents. Visitors attending for a trial or to speak with a prosecutor should arrive early to clear security screening. The office also provides a drop box for after-hours document submission. For convenience, many fines can be paid online through the court’s authorized payment portal, though in-person services remain available for complex inquiries or cash payments.