An indictable offence is a serious criminal charge where the accused is given a choice to have their case heard in provincial court by a judge alone, superior court by a judge and jury, or superior court by a judge alone. Minor indictable offences include crimes with maximum fines over $120,000 or imprisonment of five years or less, such as indecent assault or theft under $30,000. Major indictable offences, such as murder, robbery, or arson over $30,000, can only be dealt with in district or supreme court regardless of the defendant's plea.