As regards the wearing of colours or badges that might identify someone as belonging to a criminal organization, it would be desirable, in terms of the impact on people and as a deterrent, that there be an offence in the Criminal Code banning the wearing of them. As far as investigations are concerned, the gathering of evidence within the context of a criminal investigation, it would pose some challenges in identifying which organizations these people belong to. So there are advantages and disadvantages. It is something that could affect investigations. On the other hand, if we are talking about the effect on the general public, I agree with you that it would be an advantage.
On March 25th, 2009. See this statement in context.