Quebec Justice System
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Quebec justice minister making changes to reduce court delaysQuebec Justice Minister Simon Jolin-Barrette is making changes, allowing justices of the peace to undertake administrative procedures to ease the burden on judges.CanadaFeb 12
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Grandmother whose daughter and grandchildren were killed denounces delays in justice systemSynthia Bussières, 38, and her two young children were killed almost exactly a year ago. Now her mother is denouncing lengthy delays in the justice system.CrimeSep 25, 2023
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Quebec victims group surprised after man gets conditional discharge for sex assaultA Quebec court judge gave Simon Houle probation and a conditional discharge, in part because a conviction would make it hard for him to travel for his job as an engineer.CanadaJul 5, 2022
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Support dogs to comfort victims at Quebec’s specialized courtsSupport dogs will be offered in the province's specialized courts that were recently created to handle cases of sexual violence and domestic assault.CanadaJun 28, 2022
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Quebec unveils free legal consultation for survivors of sexual, domestic violenceUnder the plan, some people will be able to qualify for free legal representation before the courts.CrimeSep 27, 2021
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Quebec earmarks $14M to support justice services in Indigenous communitiesThe funding will be used to help Indigenous people directly within their communities and in cities.CanadaJun 7, 2021
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Quebec unveils $19.2M in funding to widen access to justice system for Indigenous communitiesThe Quebec government said the $19.2 million in funding is a response to recommendations outlined in the report from the Viens Commission.CanadaMar 5, 2021
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Quebec tables bill to abolish time constraints for civil cases related to sexual assaultIf passed, Bill 55 will abolish the statute of limitations for civil suits related to sexual assault.CanadaJun 4, 2020
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Quebecers experiencing sexual violence, workplace harassment can get free legal aid from JuripopJuripop provides free legal advice to clients across Quebec. It also provides interpretation services for people who do not speak English or French.CanadaJun 3, 2020
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Ex-Quebec deputy premier Nathalie Normandeau requests stay of proceedingsThe 51-year-old was arrested almost four years ago in connection with an investigation into the granting of political funding in exchange for public contracts.PoliticsJan 9, 2020
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