Territorial Court

Deals with most adult criminal prosecutions under the Criminal Code of Canada and other federal statutes. Hears all young offender matters and prosecutions under territorial laws. Also deals with first appearances, bail hearings, receiving pleas of guilty and not guilty, trials and sentencings in both summary conviction and indictable matters, and conducts preliminary inquiries. Has exclusive jurisdiction over child protection matters under the Children's Act, and has limited jurisdiction over family matters. Civil jurisdiction is limited to $25,000 in small claims court. Provides services to 14 other communities on a regular basis. Court information can be obtained from three permanent court registries located in Whitehorse, Dawson City, and Watson Lake. Registry hours of operation are 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday with staff available from 8:30 am to 4 pm in Whitehorse, and 9 am to 1 pm in Dawson City and Watson Lake.