Minister MacKay Holds Roundtable to Discuss the Not Criminally Responsible Reform Act
(firmenpresse) - NEW GLASGOW, NOVA SCOTIA -- (Marketwired) -- 11/30/13 -- The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of Justice, today met with justice advocates to discuss the amendments proposed in the Not Criminally Responsible Reform Act. The Act would ensure that public safety comes first in the decision-making process with respect to accused persons found Not Criminally Responsible (NCR) or unfit to stand trial on account of mental disorder. The proposed legislation would also enhance the safety of victims and promote greater victim involvement when they so choose.
"The safety and well-being of Nova Scotians, and all Canadians, is of paramount importance to our Government," said Minister MacKay. "The proposed Not Criminally Responsible Reform Act would put public safety first, protect Canadians from NCR accused designated as high-risk, and enhance the rights of victims."
The Not Criminally Responsible Reform Act, which addresses concerns raised by victims of crime as well as provinces and territories, has three main components:
The proposed reforms would not affect access to treatment for any mentally disordered accused person.
The Not Criminally Responsible Reform Act was reinstated on November 25, 2013, and is currently being studied in Parliament. This legislation is consistent with the commitment in the Speech from the Throne 2013 to support victims of crime and protect our communities.
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Datum: 30.11.2013 - 08:11 Uhr
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