Justice Minister Rob Nicholson goes apoplectic and evasive over sensible amendments to Bill C-15

The Senate made some sensible amendments to Bill C-15, but the justice minister threw a tantrum and repeated tired talking points in response.


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NEWS RELEASE

THE STANDING SENATE COMMITTEE ON LEGAL AND CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS

Ottawa , December 3, 2009 The Standing Senate Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs presented its report today on Bill C-15, An Act to amend the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and to make related and consequential amendments to other Acts .

The bill amends the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) to provide for mandatory minimum penalties for certain drug offences, such as dealing drugs for the benefit of organized crime or by the use or threat of violence.

The Committee amended Bill C-15 to ensure that it will trap organized crime, and the kingpins or major players in the drug trade, those who profit from the vulnerabilities of people addicted to drugs. The amendments minimize the chance of ensnaring the one-off person or the vulnerable individuals who are involved as offenders that do not deserve extra harsh penalties.

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