Supreme cop-out: politicians duck the tough calls and judges take the heat
Article Abstract:
Many of the criticisms levelled at women judges who sit in Canada's highest courts are quite unfair. Instead of being praised for passing judgments on issues such as sexual assault and gay rights, these women judges are being described as being overly sympathetic to special-interest groups.
Publication Name: Chatelaine
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0009-1995
Year: 1999
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Women and children last
Article Abstract:
Financial cutbacks placed on Canada's legal aid systems affect financially constrainedwomen who are defending themselves in court. The Ontario Legal Aid Plan has set a budget for 5,000 additional family law certificates to help these mothers and their children.
Publication Name: Chatelaine
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0009-1995
Year: 1997
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How the law treats youth crime
Article Abstract:
The Young Offenders Act of 1985 provides a balance of punishment and rehabilitation to criminal offenders aged 12 to 17. It imposes lighter sentences and community service and protects offenders' identity.
Publication Name: Chatelaine
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0009-1995
Year: 1997
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