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Montreal City Council to Debate Bylaw Banning Insults Against Police, Municipal Employees

The proposal would set fines from $350 to $1,000 and double penalties for repeat offenders as the city cites a 250% rise in complaints.

Summary by City News
Montreal city council is set to debate a proposed bylaw this week that would prohibit citizens from insulting municipal employees, including police officers. If this bylaw is adopted, individuals who insult municipal staff will face fines ranging from $300 to $1,000 for a first offense. Subsequent offenses could result in fines of up to $2,000. […]

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CBC News broke the news in Ottawa, Canada on Sunday, September 20, 2026.
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