Usually for s. 553 offences, individuals detained may not be released by a police officer by a summons or an appearance notice.

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Under s. 553 of the Criminal Code of Canada, offences are considered absolute jurisdiction offences, which means they are relatively minor and can be tried summarily. Police officers have the discretion to release individuals accused of such offences by issuing a summons or an appearance notice, rather than detaining them until a bail hearing.

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