Restitution
A sentencing goal where the court publicly condemns the offender's behaviour to reflect society's disapproval.
Absolute discharge
Conditional sentence
Sentencing goal aiming to reduce the probability that the specific offender will reoffend.
General deterrence
Designation for individuals with severe violent histories, resulting in an indeterminate prison sentence.
Conditional discharge
Offender is released into the community with specific conditions applied, resulting in no criminal record if passed.
Dangerous Offender (DO) designation
A sentence where the offender makes a monetary payment directly to the victim or property owner.
Sentencing goal aiming to discourage the general public from committing crimes by making an example of the offender.
Specific deterrence
Denunciation
The least restrictive sentence where the offender is found guilty but no conviction is registered.
A term of imprisonment that a judge allows the offender to serve in the community under strict rules.
