Canadian Government Announces Plans to Strengthen Criminal Code
Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced plans to introduce new legislation to amend the Criminal Code, targeting violent and repeat offenders.
The proposed changes include "reverse-onus bail" for major crimes and consecutive sentencing, allowing for longer prison terms for those convicted of multiple crimes.
- Introduction of "reverse-onus bail" for major crimes
- Consecutive sentencing for multiple crimes
- Harsher penalties for organized retail theft
- Restrictions on conditional sentences for certain sexual offences
The government plans to table the legislation next week to amend the Criminal Code for crimes committed by violent and repeat offenders.
The changes aim to target those accused of serious crimes such as violent auto theft, breaking and entering, human trafficking, violent assault, and sexual assault.
The government also promises to hire 1,000 RCMP personnel across Canada.
Author's summary: Canada to strengthen Criminal Code with new legislation.
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