Justice committee  It's a good question. I believe, as it stands now, that the Victims Bill of Rights recognizes that family members of victims of crime, including in the example you've provided, would be considered victims for the purposes of this legislation. With the added overlap that they're

Justice committee  I guess it's somewhat concerning, given the notion of prosecutorial independence and the difficult decision that Crown prosecutors have to make. Being on the outside, of course—I've never been an assisting Crown attorney or a Crown attorney—my understanding is that in withdrawi

Justice committee  Good afternoon, everyone. On behalf of the Criminal Lawyers' Association, thank you for having us back to appear on this important bill. As I recall, approximately five or six years ago I was present before the Senate committee to speak about this bill. I think it's an important