Defending Clients in Newmarket

Criminal Defence in York Region

The Newmarket courthouse is one of the largest and busiest in Ontario. It serves as the primary criminal court for the entire York Region — a jurisdiction of over one million people policed by York Regional Police, one of the most well-resourced police services in the province. Mor Fisher LLP provides strong defence representation for clients facing charges in this demanding jurisdiction.

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Newmarket Courthouse

Court	Ontario Court of Justice and Superior Court of Justice — Newmarket
Address	50 Eagle Street West, Newmarket, ON L3Y 6B1
Hours	Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The Newmarket courthouse handles a massive volume of criminal matters — from routine first appearances to complex multi-week jury trials. It houses multiple courtrooms for criminal, family, and civil matters and has a busy Crown Attorney’s office.

Parking: A large paid parking lot is located behind the courthouse, accessible from Eagle Street. Municipal lots and street parking are available in the surrounding blocks, but parking fills quickly. Plan to arrive early.

Getting There: The courthouse is located in downtown Newmarket, accessible from Highway 404 via Davis Drive or Green Lane. York Region Transit (YRT) serves the area with multiple bus routes stopping near the courthouse.

For directions, parking, security screening and what to expect on the day, read our full Newmarket courthouse guide.

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Virtual Court Appearances (Zoom)

Many appearances at this courthouse are conducted by Zoom. See the full list of courtroom links below, or visit our province-wide virtual court directory.

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Communities We Serve from Newmarket

• Town of Newmarket — the courthouse’s home jurisdiction
• Town of Aurora — a growing community immediately south of Newmarket
• King Township — including King City, Nobleton, and Schomberg
• Town of East Gwillimbury — including Holland Landing, Queensville, and Sharon
• Town of Georgina — including Keswick, Sutton, and Jackson’s Point
• Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville — including Stouffville and Ballantrae

York Regional Police handles the vast majority of criminal investigations in this area. YRP is a large police service, and defending charges it lays requires close attention to how each investigation was actually conducted.

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Common Charges in Newmarket

• Impaired driving (DUI) — RIDE programs, Highway 404 stops, and roadside investigations across York Region
• Domestic assault — one of the highest-volume charge types in this jurisdiction
• Drug offences — possession, trafficking, and production — YRP’s Guns, Gangs and Drug Enforcement unit is highly active
• Firearms and weapons charges — unauthorized possession, careless storage, and weapons trafficking
• Fraud and theft — identity fraud, credit card fraud, theft over $5,000, and organized retail theft
• Assault and robbery — from bar fights to home invasions
• Youth charges — matters under the Youth Criminal Justice Act
• Breach of conditions — bail violations and probation breaches

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A Demanding Jurisdiction

York Region is not a jurisdiction where you want to underestimate the prosecution. The Crown Attorney’s office here is large and experienced, and YRP investigations are thorough and well-documented. Our lawyers bring the preparation, courtroom experience, and technical knowledge required to mount an effective defence in this environment — whether the goal is negotiating a favourable resolution or fighting the case at trial.

Charged in Newmarket or York Region? Call 705-721-6642.