The distinction between the two wordings is that the court must consider the statement in its decision-making. That is the obligation that the provision imposes.
On November 25th, 2014. See this statement in context.
On November 25th, 2014. See this statement in context.
November 25th, 2014 / 5:25 p.m.
Director and Senior Counsel, Policy Centre for Victim Issues, Department of Justice
The distinction between the two wordings is that the court must consider the statement in its decision-making. That is the obligation that the provision imposes.
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