Minister Blaney Highlights Royal Assent of Bill to Support Victims of Crime
Amendments to the Corrections and Conditional Release Act on escorted temporary absences
(firmenpresse) - OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwired) -- 12/17/14 -- Public Safety Canada
Today, the Honourable Steven Blaney, Canada''s Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, and Dave MacKenzie, Member of Parliament for Oxford, highlight the Royal Assent of Bill C-483 - An Act to Amend the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (escorted temporary absences).
This Private Member''s Bill, introduced by Mr. MacKenzie in March 2013, amends the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (CCRA) to extend the Parole Board of Canada''s authority to approve or deny escorted temporary absences for offenders serving a minimum sentence of life imprisonment.
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"With these changes, the Parole Board of Canada has more authority with respect to the escorted temporary absence of offenders serving minimum life sentences. Our Government continues to stand up for victims of crime, keeping our streets and communities safe, and ensuring a fair and efficient justice system."
- The Honourable Steven Blaney, Canada''s Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness
"I am delighted that Bill C-483 has received Royal Assent. This Bill helps victims of crime access and participate in the decision-making process for escorted temporary absences for offenders. This Bill ensures more transparency in the process of releasing life-serving offenders back into the community."
- Dave MacKenzie, Member of Parliament for Oxford
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Datum: 17.12.2014 - 09:44 Uhr
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