Thank you, Minister, for being here today and for championing these reforms contained in Bill C-75.
I want to start by following up on a point Mr. Nicholson made. He seemed to suggest that with hybridized offences, the accused might have an option of choosing summary conviction versus an indictable offence.
My understanding was that such an option, as it exists, could be exercised only by the crown based on the circumstances of the case.
Could you clarify that for me, please?