New restrictions for Quebec TV producer Luc Wiseman charged with sex crimes on minor

MONTREAL — Quebec television producer Luc Wiseman, facing charges including sexual assault against a minor, has to abide by new bail conditions imposed Wednesday during his arraignment in Montreal.

Wiseman, 65, was represented by his lawyer, Alexandre Bien-Aimé, and was not required to be present for the brief hearing before Quebec court Judge Pierre Labelle. He was arrested and released with conditions last May.

Prosecutor Annabelle Sheppard added several bail conditions Wednesday, including that Wiseman stay away from public pools, schools and playgrounds. Wiseman is also forbidden from working with anyone under 16 where he is in a position of authority, and he cannot be in the presence of minors in private places or communicate with one without the presence of an adult who is aware of the charges against him.

“It is to protect society, protect young people and to ensure that there will be no other crimes committed,” Sheppard told reporters following the hearing.