Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
I would like to begin by saying that I agree with Mr. Altimas, who stressed the importance of identifying where the problem lies. I have great respect for your testimony because, like police officers and Mr. Cannavino, you are working on the front line.
You will perhaps serve as an example for members on the other side and other witnesses. A very important statement is made on page 2, paragraph 5 of your brief. It states: “Public opinion approves the use of conditional [...]”
Could you provide us with figures or polls in support of the statement that the public supports the use of conditional sentencing?