Quebec justice system
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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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Quebec proposes justice reforms to keep vulnerable people out of the courtsJustice Minister Sonia LeBel wants to put an end to what she calls "revolving doors" - people being dragged in and out of the justice system who shouldn't be there, like those who are homeless or struggling with addiction.CrimeJun 13, 2019
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‘This gives us a little bit of justice’: Quebec to support families of murder victims attend trialsThe Quebec government is creating a financial support program for the loved ones of victims who died as a result of crime.CanadaAug 14, 2018
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Quebec hoping to reduce use of paper in justice systemThe Quebec government says it hopes to greatly reduce the use of paper in the province's judicial system in order to make it much more efficient.CanadaApr 24, 2018
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Half-dozen jurors selected in Lac-Mégantic train derailment trialAll three accused have pleaded not guilty.CanadaSep 29, 2017
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