Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Mr. Davis, Mr. Montour and Mr. Lecky, thank you.
The former Bill C‑5 repealed a certain number of mandatory minimum sentences. In Quebec, people have invoked these changes to question the seriousness of the charges that they are accused of. This issue is front and centre for me as we talk about offenders being released on bail.
Moreover, you spoke about the fact that a number of people will use the Gladue principles to try and influence the sentence that they may receive, but also to be released on bail. Obviously, we are talking here about indigenous persons, but some other people may invoke the Gladue principles.
In your opinion, doesn't the combination of all these factors influence the work of the courts who look at all the evidence provided when a decision must be made concerning possible release on bail?