Where is the Hamilton courthouse?

Most Hamilton criminal cases are heard at the John Sopinka Courthouse at 45 Main Street East, Hamilton, ON L8N 2B7. Both Ontario Court of Justice and Superior Court of Justice matters are heard at this building.

What should I do if I have been charged by Hamilton Police?

Do not speak to police beyond identifying yourself. Anything you say can be used against you at trial. Retain a criminal defence lawyer before your first appearance so disclosure can be reviewed and a strategy chosen.

Does Daniel Brown Law represent clients at Hamilton court?

Yes. The lawyers at Daniel Brown Law travel to the John Sopinka Courthouse for impaired driving, assault, domestic assault, sexual offences, weapons charges, drug offences, fraud, and homicide cases.

Does having a lawyer at a bail hearing in Hamilton matter?

It often makes the difference between release and detention. A contested bail hearing requires counsel to address the Crown's position, propose a release plan, and call sureties where needed.

What happens at a first appearance in Hamilton?

Nothing is decided at a first appearance. The court confirms you have counsel and sets the next date so disclosure can be reviewed. Your lawyer can appear on your behalf so you do not need to attend in person.

Hamilton Criminal Lawyer – Daniel Brown Law

Defending Criminal Cases in Hamilton, Stoney Creek, Dundas, and Ancaster

Daniel Brown Law is a leading criminal defence firm that regularly represents clients charged with serious indictable and summary offence matters in the Superior Court of Justice and the Ontario Court of Justice in Hamilton, and throughout the Hamilton-Wentworth region and southern Ontario.

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Daniel Brown Law has been named one of Canada's Best Law Firms by The Globe and Mail, a Top Criminal Law Boutique by Canadian Lawyer Magazine, and a leading criminal defence and appellate firm by Best Lawyers in Canada. Daniel Brown, Mark Halfyard, and Hilary Dudding are listed in The Best Lawyers in Canada for criminal defence, and the firm has been a frequent winner of the Toronto Star Readers' Choice Awards for Best Lawyer, Best Law Firm, and Best Legal Services. Daniel Brown is a certified specialist in criminal law as designated by the Law Society of Ontario.

Whether you are facing charges for assault, domestic assault, sexual assault, impaired driving, fraud, drug offences, or weapons charges, our lawyers are available to defend your case at the Hamilton courthouse. Call us at (416) 297-7200 for an immediate consultation.

Hamilton Courthouse Information

Criminal matters in Hamilton are heard at the John Sopinka Courthouse located at:

55 Main Street East, Hamilton, Ontario L8P 1H4

Important Court Contacts

Provincial Crown Attorney: [email protected] or 905-645-5262

Federal Crown (PPSC): [email protected] or 289-426-5803

Duty Counsel: 905-528-0387 ext. 12

Virtual Court Appearances in Hamilton

Adult Criminal Case Management – Courtroom 204

Held Monday through Friday with an alphabetical rotation:

Monday: Surnames A–E
Tuesday: Surnames F–N
Wednesday: Federal matters
Thursday: Surnames O–Z
Friday: Domestic matters (A–Z split)

Schedule: 9:00 a.m. counsel matters; 1:15 p.m. duty counsel and unrepresented accused.

Zoom Meeting ID: 643 5607 2786 | Passcode: 821024
Phone: 1-855-703-8985

Overnight Arrests and Video Remand – Courtroom 326

Held Monday through Friday, all day.

9:30 a.m.: Overnight arrests
1:30 p.m.: Video remands

Zoom Meeting ID: 696 5952 1383 | Passcode: 881705
Phone: 1-855-703-8985

Domestic and Youth Court – Courtroom 300 (Fridays)

9:00 a.m.: Adult domestic matters (counsel)
1:45 p.m.: Youth matters (counsel)
2:30 p.m.: Youth duty counsel matters

Zoom Meeting ID: 656 2070 8919 | Passcode: 058344
Phone: 1-855-703-8985

Plea Court – Courtroom 306

For in-custody and out-of-custody guilty pleas.

Zoom Meeting ID: 617 2166 4607 | Passcode: 890671
Phone: 1-855-703-8985

The lawyers at Daniel Brown Law are available to work with you through every stage of the criminal court process including bail hearings, trials, and appeals for all types of criminal charges in Hamilton. Contact us at (416) 297-7200 for an initial consultation.