Legal Resources

Small claims court generally hears cases between $5,001 and $35,000. This section of the BC Provincial Court website has information and guides such as preparing for a settlement conference, preparing for a trial, and getting your documents in order.

This article explains the words used for things you’ll find in a BC Provincial Court trial courtroom, show you who sits where, and explain some of the customs you’ll see in court.

This guide deals with provincial violation tickets — for offences under BC laws, including traffic offences under the Motor Vehicle Act and regulations, and offences under the Liquor Control and Licensing Act.

Tips for attending court, whether in person or by videoconference. There are certain rules that the judge will be expecting you to follow.

Explains the procedures for getting a hearing if you’re asking for a protection order, or if a protection order has been made without notice to you and you’re asking to have it changed or set aside.

The Provincial Court handles matters including guardianship of a child, parenting arrangements, child and spousal support, and protection orders. It shares extensive jurisdiction with the Supreme Court under the BC Family Law Act. Find information and guides here.

Information you need to attend virtual conferences and hearings at BC Provincial Court.

This section of the BC Provincial Court website has information and guides you can use to deal with criminal matters. Includes info on basic criminal procedures, a criminal-case flowchart, and sentencing.

Explains Indigenous Courts including locations, how they work, and their goals.

Explains what judges must consider when imposing a sentence if someone pleads guilty to a criminal charge or is found guilty after a trial.