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title: "Conditional and Unconditional Discharge | Mahmoud Avocats"
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description: "A discharge allows you to avoid a criminal record even after a guilty plea or verdict. Your criminal lawyer can argue for this favorable sentence."
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# Conditional and Unconditional Discharge

A discharge allows you to avoid a criminal record even after a guilty plea or verdict. Your criminal lawyer can argue for this favorable sentence.

## Conditional and Unconditional Discharge

A discharge is one of the most favourable sentences in Canadian criminal law. It allows you to **avoid a criminal record** even after a guilty plea or verdict.

### Unconditional Discharge

Takes effect immediately with no conditions. After **one year**, the record is automatically purged from the CPIC system.

### Conditional Discharge

Comes with a probation period with conditions (keep the peace, community service, no contact orders, etc.). If all conditions are met, no conviction is recorded. The record is purged after **three years**.

### Requirements

The judge must be satisfied that:

- The discharge is in the **best interest of the accused**
- The discharge is **not contrary to the public interest**

### Eligible Offences

Available for offences with **no mandatory minimum sentence** and **not punishable by 14 years or more**. Includes: simple theft, simple assault, drug possession, mischief, etc.

### Why an Experienced Lawyer Matters

A discharge is not automatic. Me Mahmoud has obtained numerous discharges for clients, allowing them to continue their lives without a criminal record.

**Contact Mahmoud Avocats at 514-601-2404 to discuss the possibility of a discharge in your case.**

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