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Oland murder case highlights costs required for successful legal defenceLast week, a judge found Oland not guilty of the bloody 2011 murder of his wealthy father in Saint John - the culmination of six years of legal wrangling.CrimeJul 23, 2019
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N.S. Legal Aid hires first dedicated social worker for African Nova ScotiansCharnell Brooks will take on the new role with the organization, which looks to promote the services NSLA can provide for people within the African Nova Scotian community.CanadaMay 8, 2019
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Tax lawyer’s appointment as judge increases diversity on Nova Scotia courtsJohn Bodurtha was appointed by federal Justice Minister Judy Wilson-Raybould today to replace Justice Glen McDougall.CanadaAug 31, 2018
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‘It’s historical discrimination’: North Preston resident calls for more government communication over land titlesNearly two centuries ago, black loyalists were given plots of land by the crown in communities from Guysborough to the Prestons. But in many cases, the deeds were never recorded.PoliticsJun 14, 2018
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Halifax police encourage people with warrants to turn themselves in on Voluntary Surrender DayHalifax Regional Police are holding their first ever "Voluntary Surrender Day" at a Dartmouth community centre on Saturday for those with outstanding warrants for non-violent offences to turn themselves in.CrimeApr 28, 2017
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Former NS paramedic denied funding for appeal of sex assault convictionsA former paramedic convicted of two sexual assaults while on the job in Nova Scotia has lost a bid to have his appeal paid for by the province.CanadaJan 20, 2017
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