Well, you've got my point exactly. I believe this law is not necessary. Judges are giving just sentences, and the appeal process is there for anybody who wants to take it up. If the Crown believes the sentence is not harsh enough, they will appeal, and they do. I don't believe the cases that have been put forward to justify this type of legislation are cases that have withstood an appeal, and I think that's an important point.
On December 4th, 2006. See this statement in context.