StatsCan report shows drop in crime rates in 2025, raising questions about bail reform legislation
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StatsCan report shows drop in crime rates in 2025, raising questions about bail reform legislation
MATTHEW FRANK
PUBLISHED 1 HOUR AGO
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Bill C-14, which toughens bail and sentencing rules, came into force last week. The legislation targets repeat and violent offenders in cases such as car thefts, breaking and entering and extortion.
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