Understanding invitation to sexual touching allegations
Section 152 addresses inviting, counselling, or inciting a person under 16, for a sexual purpose, to engage in the touching specified by the section. The current provision also addresses invitations to expose sexual organs. The Crown must establish the applicable elements beyond a reasonable doubt, including attribution of the alleged conduct and sexual purpose. The charged wording and alleged dates matter when identifying which version of the law applies.
Preparing your invitation to sexual touching defence consultation
Use the documents for your own matter to guide the discussion. Depending on the circumstances, Karandeep can review:
- The words or conduct said to constitute an invitation, counselling, or incitement
- The complete conversation, its context, and evidence of sexual purpose
- The ages and the requirements of any applicable statutory exception
- Account attribution, device access, statements, and the integrity of digital records
What to do before you contact us
Keep your court paperwork and do not alter or delete potentially relevant communications. Avoid contacting a complainant or witness, especially where restrictions apply. Contact the office with the charge and appearance date; ask your lawyer how to handle devices or sensitive material without copying or circulating it.
Organising an Orangeville representation enquiry
For an Orangeville enquiry, prepare a short chronology of the paperwork you have received and the appearances that have already taken place. Keep original documents separate from your notes. If another lawyer has worked on the matter, explain that when discussing the proposed scope of representation.
Court attendance in Orangeville, if required by your documents, and a consultation at our Brampton office are separate arrangements. Confirm the location and purpose of each appointment. Ask how the office will communicate a new date or a request for additional records after your consultation.
Orangeville court details to check before travelling
The Orangeville (County of Dufferin) Courthouse is listed at 10 Louisa Street. If that is the court on your documents, use its official page to check contact and attendance information before the date. Your consultation with Stratton Law is arranged separately through Brampton.
Orangeville courthouse information
Follow the instructions for your particular proceeding. A published video link does not mean you may attend remotely when an in-person appearance is required. If the location or attendance method is unclear, confirm it with your lawyer or the court.
Questions about invitation to sexual touching defence in Orangeville
Must touching actually have occurred?
The offence focuses on inviting, counselling, or inciting the specified activity for a sexual purpose. A lack of completed touching does not, by itself, answer the allegation.
Where is my consultation arranged?
Stratton Law serves Orangeville clients from its Brampton office at 6201 Mayfield Rd, Unit #60, Brampton, ON L6P 4R9. Contact us to confirm the appointment and meeting arrangements before travelling.
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General information only. Advice depends on the applicable law and the facts of your case.