Strengthening the Criminal Code
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced plans to strengthen the Criminal Code with new legislation, introducing "reverse-onus bail" and consecutive sentencing for major crimes.
The proposed changes aim to target violent and repeat offenders, including those accused of serious crimes such as violent auto theft, breaking and entering, human trafficking, violent assault, and sexual assault.
- Introducing "reverse-onus bail" for major crimes
- Allowing consecutive sentencing for multiple crimes
- Imposing harsher penalties for organized retail theft
- Restricting conditional sentences for certain sexual offences
Prime Minister Mark Carney says his government plans to table the legislation next week to amend the Criminal Code.
The government also promises to hire 1,000 RCMP personnel Canada-wide.
Author's summary: Canada to reform Criminal Code with tougher sentencing.