US EditionJudge rules abuse of process in Nygard case but Manitoba charges to continue
- On Tuesday, a Manitoba judge determined that former Attorney General Kelvin Goertzen’s 2022 decision to seek an external review of criminal charges involving Peter Nygard constituted an abuse of process.
- This review followed Manitoba prosecutors’ 2021 decision not to lay charges, with Goertzen responding to legislative and public pressure by asking Saskatchewan prosecutors to reassess the case.
- Nygard, an 83-year-old convicted sex offender and former Winnipeg-based fashion entrepreneur, is confronting several legal proceedings, including a 2023 sexual assault charge in Manitoba, an upcoming trial in Quebec, and extradition efforts by the United States related to additional allegations.
- Harvie concluded Goertzen acted on "partisan concerns," undermining public confidence, yet denied the defence’s request for a stay of proceedings, stating ‘‘the appropriate message has been sent’’ regarding the attorney general’s conduct.
- The ruling allows prosecutions against Nygard to continue, emphasizing that all individuals must receive equal treatment under the law regardless of their notoriety or public opinion.
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A Manitoba judge has determined an "abuse of process" took place when the province's former attorney general ordered a review of a decision to not charge Peter Nygard with sexual assault and unlawful confinement.
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