The criminal charges against former Ontario legislator Randy Hillier related to his participation in the “Freedom Convoy” protest have been stayed after a judge ruled his case had taken too long.
FILE - Ontario MPP Randy Hillier is seen as he arrives outside the Ottawa Police Services headquarters, Monday, March 28, 2022 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian WyldOTTAWA — The criminal charges against former Ontario legislator Randy Hillier related to his participation in the"Freedom Convoy" protest have been stayed after a judge ruled his case had taken too long.
Hillier, who represented an Ottawa-area riding in the provincial legislature from 2007 to 2022, chose to be tried before a judge and jury in Ontario Superior Court, and a four-week trial was set to begin in January. Hillier, who represented himself after parting ways with his lawyer last year, welcomed the decision Friday, saying the court case and looming trial had caused"significant amounts of stress" and mounting financial pressure.
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