VICTIM IMPACT STATEMENTS ARE AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE PROCESS – “The oral or written statements delivered by those affected by a convicted person’s crimes can take on a variety of tones: They can be emotional, faith-based, long-winded or brief, full of rage, or a passionate call-to-action for legislation or a stop to violence in a community. For some, reciting the words reopens wounds, while for others, it has provided a cathartic release.”
PERFORMATIVE POLITICS – Doug Ford wants to fix the bail system. Legal change is within the purview of the federal government. Implementation of criminal law is within the purview of the provincial government. If Doug Ford wants to fix the bail system he can properly fund and resource our overburdened bail courts. #bail #courts #resources #funding
PERSON CHARGED WITH FIREARM OFFENCES. Police don’t provide evidence to the Crown or Defence for over 1 year. What if this person had been denied bail?