CaseLines has been implemented in select criminal matters across Ontario. For more information, see the Superior Court of Justice Notices to the Profession Regarding CaseLines for Criminal Matters in the following regions:
In criminal matters, access to CaseLines is limited to the judiciary, court staff, lawyers, and their designated Crown and defence staff requiring access.
Lawyers are prohibited from inviting or providing access to CaseLines to their clients or any other unauthorized persons. Lawyers should plan to share the necessary documents with their clients using other appropriate means.
CaseLines will not be used in criminal matters relating to child pornography or matters involving self-represented persons. In addition, no document referring to a confidential informant will be placed on CaseLines. If Crown or defence counsel receive an inadvertent invitation to upload materials to CaseLines in a child pornography matter, or in a matter where they are aware the party is now self-represented or has changed representation, counsel should notify the Criminal Intake or Administration Office as soon as possible.