**Tamara Lich Appeals Mischief Conviction Related to 2022 Protest** Tamara Lich, a prominent figure in the 2022 "Freedom Convoy" protest in Ottawa, is appealing her conviction for mischief. In April, Lich was found guilty of mischief, while her co-accused, Chris Barber, was convicted of mischief and counseling others to disobey a court order. Both were acquitted of several other charges. The court determined that their actions crossed the line from political protest into criminal behavior. Last month, Lich received an 18-month conditional sentence, which will be reduced to 15.5 months due to time served. This includes 12 months of house arrest and an additional 3.5 months under a strict curfew. The sentencing followed a lengthy 42-day trial that concluded three years after the charges were filed. Lich's attorney, Lawrence Greenspon, filed the appeal with the Ontario Court of Appeal, arguing that the conviction was unreasonable and not supported by the evidence presented during the trial. Greenspon contends that the judge improperly used evidence against Barber to reach conclusions about Lich's actions. In a media release, Lich's legal team emphasized that she encouraged peaceful and lawful behavior among protesters. They argue that her public statements were protected under Section 2 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which guarantees freedom of expression. The lawyers also noted that there was no evidence linking Lich to the misconduct of others involved in the protest. During the sentencing hearing, Ontario Court Justice Heather Perkins-McVey acknowledged Lich's significant role in organizing the convoy. However, she stated that while Lich did not advocate for violence or property destruction, the protest caused "significant harm" to Ottawa residents and businesses. Perkins-McVey remarked that the "Freedom Convoy" began as a lawful protest but escalated into criminal activity. Crown prosecutors had sought a seven-year sentence, while Lich's defense team requested an absolute discharge, which would have allowed her to avoid a criminal record. As Lich pursues her appeal, Barber's sentencing is ongoing, with additional legal proceedings regarding the seizure of the truck he used during the protests. The delay in arguments related to the truck has provided Barber more time to consider an appeal of his own.