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Rule 76 of the Rules of Civil Procedure allow the parties to proceed with a special process called Simplified Procedure. The purpose of Simplified Procedure is to reduce the cost of litigating claims of relatively modest amounts.
Include supporting documents with your application (for example, a doctor's certificate, a photocopy of an airline ticket); mail your completed application to the sheriff or send it by email: For the Montreal Appeal Division sherif-div_appel_montreal@justice.gouv.qc.ca.
Most civil cases in Canada are tried by judges without a jury. However, anyone charged with a criminal offence for which there can be a prison sentence of five years or more has the right to a trial by jury.
Those chosen are then sent a letter in the mail (called a jury summons), which gives the time and place to appear. Under section 38(3) the Ontario Juries Act, failure to return the questionnaire, or providing false information, are offences punishable by a fine of up-to $5,000 and/or up-to six months in jail.
Excuse from Service You have no means of transportation. You would have to travel an excessive distance to the courthouse. You have a physical or mental impairment. You provide care for a dependent and cannot afford to have someone cover for you. Serving would be an extreme financial burden.