Mr. Speaker, as I mentioned earlier in today's discussion, there remains a mandatory minimum penalty for people who are involved in a robbery with a restricted firearm, of five—
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Business of Supply May 23rd, 2024
Mr. Speaker, as I mentioned earlier in today's discussion, there remains a mandatory minimum penalty for people who are involved in a robbery with a restricted firearm, of five—
Business of Supply May 23rd, 2024
Mr. Speaker, Bill C-5 dealt with a number of issues that relate to mandatory minimum penalties, including the overrepresentation of indigenous and Black people in our justice system.
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Mr. Speaker, it is four years for non-restricted or five or seven for a restricted.
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Mr. Speaker, I believe it is governed by section 457 of the code.
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Mr. Speaker, I do not have a King's Counsel designation.
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Mr. Speaker, it is important always to be looking at confidence in the administration of justice.
Business of Supply May 23rd, 2024
Mr. Speaker, Constable Pierzchala's death was a tragedy, and it motivated us to act, and act quickly. I am thankful for the support of that member in terms of the quick passage of that bill.
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Mr. Speaker, my job is to be addressing the safety of Canadians and that is—
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Mr. Speaker, as the member opposite is aware, what I had indicated is that I have not been—
Business of Supply May 23rd, 2024
Mr. Speaker, with respect to my appearance in court—