Bail Reform Urged, but Advice Likely to Be Ignored

Bail reform urged, but advice likely to be ignored

Experts have recommended state and territory governments soften their bail laws to help address the growing use of...

Changes to Bail and Sentencing Reform

by MAYOR ANNETTE GROVES In October, I attended the Federal government’s press conference announcing the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act — an important step toward strengthening community safety and accountability in our justice system. I would like to extend my support for bail reform and advocating for change to the Criminal Code, including associated bills that amend it for repeat offenders, so they cannot return to the street and commit more c…