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Trailer Park BoysActor Mike Smith Does Not Appear at First Hearing in 2017 Sexual Assault Case

Prosecutors say the case will proceed by indictment, with a court-ordered publication ban protecting the complainant.

Overview

  • Smith’s lawyer appeared in Halifax provincial court on his behalf Monday, and no plea was entered as the defense reviews disclosure.
  • The charge was laid Oct. 2 and relates to an alleged incident on Dec. 30, 2017, in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, according to court documents.
  • A no-contact order bars Smith from communicating with the complainant or visiting their home, workplace, or school.
  • The case returns to Dartmouth provincial court on Dec. 3 for election and plea following the publication ban granted on the complainant’s identity.
  • Trailer Park Boys Inc. says Smith has stepped away as managing director, filming for season 13 is complete, and the company remains focused on delivering the new season.