College Park Courthouse (Ontario Court of Justice)
College Park Courthouse:
444 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON M5B 2H4
The College Park Courthouse at 444 Yonge Street handles a range of Ontario Court of Justice proceedings, including Drug Treatment Court and Mental Health Court for downtown Toronto. It is on Yonge Street immediately north of the Eaton Centre.
Criminal defence at College Park
The Law Firm of Ted Yoannou appears at the College Park Courthouse and is familiar with the specialized court programs held there, including the Toronto Drug Treatment Court (TDTC) and Mental Health Court. Ted Yoannou has practised at all of Toronto’s criminal court locations since 1993.
Toronto (Avenue Road)
2078 Avenue Road, Suite 200
Toronto, ON M5M 4A6
North York (Finch)
1000 Finch Avenue West, Suite 600
North York, ON M3J 2V5
What happens at 444 Yonge Street
College Park is primarily known for its specialized court programs. Matters heard here include:
- Toronto Drug Treatment Court (TDTC): a court-supervised diversion program for eligible accused with substance use issues. Participants who complete the program can avoid a criminal record.
- Mental Health Court: for accused with identified mental health needs. This court works with clinicians and community services alongside the legal proceedings.
- Some Ontario Court of Justice criminal proceedings directed here by assignment.
If you have been told your matter will be at 444 Yonge Street, it is worth understanding which program applies to your case before the first appearance. TDTC and mental health court have specific eligibility criteria and timelines.
Charges we handle
- Drug charges, including possession, trafficking, and production (including TDTC-eligible matters)
- Assault, domestic assault, sexual assault, and related allegations
- Theft, fraud, robbery, and break and enter
- Mental health-related criminal matters
- Weapons and firearms offences
- Impaired driving and HTA matters
- Record suspensions and U.S. waivers
Toronto Legal News
Woman Attacked by Teenagers Outside Scarborough Town Centre
In mid-March, a twenty-six-year-old woman was robbed and assaulted by two sixteen-year-old girls outside the Scarborough Town Centre at approximately 7:30 pm. The victim was approached as she was leaving the mall, and the two teenagers stole from her and physically assaulted her. Young persons aged twelve to seventeen who face criminal charges are governed by the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA). Depending on the severity of the offence and the circumstances, a youth may be tried as an adult. particularly those between fourteen and seventeen facing serious violent offences. The YCJA focuses on accountability, rehabilitation, and reintegration, but serious consequences including custody remain possible. If your child faces criminal charges in Scarborough or Toronto, contact us for a free initial consultation.
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Book a consultation
Call 416-486-2200 or email Info@TedYoannou.com. If your matter involves TDTC or Mental Health Court, mention that when you call. These programs have eligibility requirements and timelines that affect your options.
Appearing at 444 Yonge Street (College Park)?
We are experienced with Drug Treatment Court and Mental Health Court. Call 416-486-2200 for a free consultation.