Mr. Chair, the RCMP does not take instructions on whether to lay a charge or not. It works entirely independently of my office.
In the House of Commons on May 14th, 2019. See this statement in context.
In the House of Commons on May 14th, 2019. See this statement in context.
Department of Justice—Main Estimates, 2019-20Business of SupplyGovernment Orders
Liberal
David Lametti Liberal LaSalle—Émard—Verdun, QC
Mr. Chair, the RCMP does not take instructions on whether to lay a charge or not. It works entirely independently of my office.
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