Does a successful prosecution replace compliance with the by-law?

• A. Yes, prosecution automatically satisfies compliance
• B. Prosecution is unrelated to compliance
• C. No, prosecution does not replace compliance
• D. Prosecution suspends the by-law obligations

Answer: (C)

The principle being tested is how enforcement works alongside ongoing obligations under a by-law. A successful prosecution for violating a by-law addresses the breach that already occurred; it imposes penalties and may require remedial action. It does not erase or replace the obligation to comply with the by-law in the future. The by-law continues to apply, so ongoing or future non-compliance can still be pursued through enforcement. In other words, being prosecuted does not suspend or satisfy the duty to follow the by-law; only a specific court order or a change to the by-law would alter those obligations.