Mr. Speaker, before responding to the question, let me respond to the hon. member's assertion with respect to the justice system.
The criminal justice system in this country works very well indeed. That notwithstanding, the positions taken from time to time with respect to isolated cases are referred to in the House.
In response to the question, let me say that I fully agree it must be a fundamental part of the justice system that it responds equally regardless of the lifestyle of the victim. I would earnestly hope and expect that no matter what the lifestyle of the victim, allegations of crime are investigated and prosecuted and punished without reference to such a consideration.