Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Don't I have the floor for three minutes, rather than two and a half?
In any event, I won't waste 30 seconds on arguing pointlessly.
Madam Bâtonnière and Mr. Le Grand Alary, you are both welcome to answer my questions.
I want to come back to section 715.241, which provides that the court may require virtual appearance by an accused without necessarily obtaining their consent. I am wondering about the impact that may have on wait times, as Ms. Brière raised. I wonder whether a decision like that could be appealed. Based on that alone, a person might claim they did not get a fair trial since they were unable to appear in person or present argument before the court.
First, in your opinion, might that result in more frequent and more numerous appeals?
Second, what impact might it have on the public's confidence in the administration of justice?