I don't know, Mr. Chairman, whether you have had the pleasure of reading the Proulx decision, which was handed down in 2000. It's 100 pages long. It refers to the following principles: deterrence, denunciation and rehabilitation, a great novelty that must have pleased you, Mr. Chairman. We all understand that the judge has some discretion. However, I don't see how this amendment gives the judge more discretion than the very bill tabled by the government. In any event, I shall abide by your ruling.
On October 23rd, 2006. See this statement in context.