We do not disagree with the fact that the individual who is designated a dangerous offender or a long-term offender must have committed very serious offences. We agree on that part.
However, what we are saying and what the team of attorneys is saying is that we have convinced a jury or a judge that the person has committed such and such a crime. But here, we would further be required to prove that this individual is not a risk for society. The onus of proof should fall on the accused, because the crimes committed show that he or she is dangerous or is a criminal who should be controlled. That is the difficulty.