Trailer Park Boys Actor Charged with Sexual Assault
Mike Smith, known for playing Bubbles on Trailer Park Boys, has been charged with sexual assault in Nova Scotia. According to the Nova Scotia Public Prosecution Service, Smith is scheduled for arraignment in November.
Details of the Charge
Court documents state the alleged incident occurred on December 30, 2017, near Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Smith was ordered to have no contact with the complainant and is prohibited from attending her residence, workplace, or educational institution. He signed an undertaking to this effect in October.
Legal Proceedings and Publication Ban
The prosecution will seek a publication ban to protect the identity of the victim, as mandated by the Criminal Code of Canada. It remains unclear whether Smith will appear in person or be represented by his lawyer during the arraignment.
Response from Trailer Park Boys, Inc.
"The company is aware of the allegation and that Smith had stepped away from his role as managing director."
About the Author
Bryan Tait is an award-winning journalist from New Brunswick, a graduate of Thomas University's journalism program, and completed law studies at the University of New Brunswick in 2021. Contact Bryan at [email protected].
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Summary: Mike Smith, actor from Trailer Park Boys, faces sexual assault charges from a 2017 incident, with legal proceedings underway and a publication ban protecting the victim's identity.