LIVE UPDATES: Final hearing as lawyers argue against jail term, truck seizure of Freedom Convoy organizer

The Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms continues to argue against the potential two-year jail term and seizure of Freedom Convoy organizer Chris Barber's long-haul truck, making the case that Barber acted on good faith from city officials and police during the 2022 anti-mandate demonstration.

 

The Canadian Press / Sean Kilpatrick

Chris Barber, one of the organizers of the Freedom Convoy, is back in an Ottawa courtroom this week. His legal team is arguing for a stay of proceedings after Barber and co-accused Tamara Lich were found guilty of mischief charges related to the 2022 demonstration this April.

Barber's legal representation from the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms argues the convoy organizer followed the advice of city officials and police in good faith during the weeks long anti-mandate demonstration, making the case that despite his conviction, Barber should not face jail time or have his long-haul truck seized.

Rebel News reporter Alexa Lavoie is on scene in Ottawa, covering the hearing as it unfolds. Follow along with Alexa's updates on X or below on this page.

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  • Bruce Atchison
    commented 2025-05-23 18:58:40 -0400
    What an oppressive government we have. They want to move heaven and earth to frame this man. Any little irregularity is what the Crown pounces on. What utter jerks!