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Get a realistic timeline range for your type of criminal matter, plus the Jordan framework's presumptive Charter ceiling.
Estimate only — not legal advice. Actual timelines vary significantly by court, complexity, and resolution path.Simpler summary conviction matters often resolve in 3 to 8 months, particularly through negotiation.
Serious indictable charges, especially those requiring a preliminary inquiry, can take well over a year.
Beyond the presumptive ceiling, unreasonable delay can support a Charter application to stay the charges.
Negotiated outcomes — withdrawal, a peace bond, or a discharge — are generally the quickest path.
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