The ReeveLaw Blog – Page 102 – Criminal Defence Law Blog

JURY SELECTION – It can be a rather peculiar process. For one, we have peremptory challenges because we’re not allowed to know anything about the prospective jurors except their name and occupation and their appearance.

The trial in the death of Saskatchewan First Nations man Colten Boushie is exposing a fundamental flaw in Canada’s justice system, say some legal experts: the ability to reject jurors without specifying a reason.

Source: Stanley trial exposes problems with jury selection, say legal experts – Saskatoon – CBC News

SHOULD WE DECRIMINALIZE ALL NARCOTICS? – This is an issue we, as a society, will have to deal with very soon, but let’s see how this cannabis thing works out first, eh?

The prospect of decriminalizing the personal possession of illicit narcotics was formally raised in the House of Commons yesterday.

Source: NDP’s Don Davies calls on Liberal government to “abandon the failed war on drugs” and decriminalize narcotics

A VIDEO OF THE ASSAULT – victims’ father lunging at Larry Nassar in court – YouTube

IS THIS CONTEMPT OF COURT? – The father of 3 daughters who were sexually assaulted by Larry Nassar appears in a contempt hearing for physically attacking Nassar in open court. In my opinion, this is a very wise Judge.

COP CORRUPTION IN BALTIMORE – So the Baltimore Police Gun Trace Task Force kept imitation guns in their police vehicles in the event that they “inadvertently” shot an unarmed person, they could plant the gun and claim self-defence. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Shocked?

The weapons were kept in patrol cars “in case we accidentally hit somebody,” the former detective testified in court.

Source: Ex-Cop Says Baltimore Police Carried BB Guns To Hide Dirty Shootings

WHAT YOU SHOULD ASK A LAWYER IN THE FIRST CONSULTATION – These are good questions.

An experienced criminal defense attorney should be able to identify the relevant issues, strategies going forward and potential defenses.

Source: What You Should Ask an Attorney in the First Consultation

WORRIED ABOUT CANNABIS AND KIDS? Even kids have more sense than this. What an international embarrassment.

Source: Everyone is making fun of Toronto cops who ate illicit weed

FORGIVENESS IS POWERFUL – It is not deserved.

ARE WE A SOCIETY OF SECOND CHANCES? – Should those of us who did something in the past that is no longer considered illegal continue to bear punishment?

Extend a hand to those who erred within an otherwise good, if not exemplary life – and give them a chance to move on and contribute

Source: Ottawa must revise criminal pardons

DRIVING HIGH – I wish every Judge would watch this.

The Fifth Estate – Fridays at 9PM/9:30NT

Source: The Fifth Estate – CBC News