Release conditions remain binding unless they expire or are lawfully changed.
The starting point
If police or a court released you with conditions, read the actual document rather than relying on memory. Common conditions can regulate contact, locations, residence, weapons, alcohol or other conduct depending on the case.
What to be careful about
Do not breach a condition because the complainant agrees, because circumstances have changed, or because the condition feels unnecessary. Consent from another person does not itself rewrite a police undertaking or court order.
How a lawyer can assess the issue
Ontario Court of Justice procedures permit applications to vary release orders and police undertakings, including consent-variation processes in appropriate cases. Whether the Crown will consent and whether a court order is required depends on the document and requested change.
Current Ontario context
Get advice before taking action that may conflict with a condition. Bring a complete copy of the undertaking, recognizance or release order to the consultation.
Before a consultation
Bring the documents that control the issue and a short chronology of important dates. Avoid sending original documents or unnecessary sensitive information through a general website form.