Canada Bail Laws

• Man released on bail immediately attempts carjacking then steals truck: York police

  A man walked out of a Newmarket court after being released on bail earlier this week, then immediately attempted a carjacking before stealing a truck, police say. 

  Crime

  Oct 6, 2023
  
• The West Block — Episode 35, Season 12

  What’s the solution to making people feel safe in their communities again? Justice Minister David Lametti talks bail reform, while journalists debate the Alberta election.

  Canada

  May 21, 2023
  
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• Bail reform must balance restricting access with adhering to Charter rights: Lametti

  Justice Minister David Lametti says he will discuss reforming Canada's bail system when he meets with his provincial counterparts this Friday.

  Politics

  Mar 6, 2023
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• Ottawa sets meeting to discuss bail reform with provinces, Manitoba justice minister says

  Manitoba Justice Minister Kelvin Goertzen says the March 10 date for the meeting was contained in an email from the office of federal Justice Minister David Lametti.

  Politics

  Feb 16, 2023
• Ottawa giving bail reform ‘serious consideration,’ justice minister says

  Provincial premiers unanimously called on the Liberal government in a letter to take "immediate action" on the bail system earlier this year.

  Politics

  Feb 9, 2023