St. Patrick’s Day 2025

The Kingston Police would like to thank partner agencies, the City of Kingston, Kingston Fire and Rescue, Frontenac Paramedics, Smiths Falls Police Service, Brockville Police Service, Gananoque Police Service, Belleville Police Service and the Ontario Provincial Police for their assistance during and leading up to the St. Patrick’s Day weekend festivities. 

The Kingston Police also wish to thank the students for their cooperative behaviour. Despite large crowds there were no major issues. 

“Our strategy of communication and utilization of our Police Liaison Teams is proving to be a success. We are able to reduce our footprint at these events and yet ensure the safety of all participants” said Chief of Police Scott Fraser

Chief Fraser continued by saying “Our partnership with fellow law enforcement, the City of Kingston and Queen's University is appreciated.”

The following fines were issued on March 15, 2025:

Kingston Police

Having liquor in open Container - 3 x $125 = $375

Public intoxication - 2 x $65 = $130

Consume liquor in unauthorized place - $125 = $125

Novice Driver- B.A.C above zero -$ 110

Disobey stop Sign- Fail to stop)- $110

Fail to surrender permit for MV- $110

Interfere with traffic - 2 x $65 = $130

Fail to have insurance card - $65

Drive MV- No plates -$ 85

Drive MV- No Licence $ 325

Totals: $1630

City of Kingston By-Law

Amplified Sound – 18 x $200 = $3600

Fail to leave premises – 33 x $500 = $16,500

Host a Nuisance – 7 x $2000 = $14,000

Amp Totals: 58 amps totaling $34,130