Should judges be required to deny bail to repeat violent offenders?
Canada’s bail system is facing intense scrutiny following a wave of violent crimes committed by repeat offenders who were released shortly after arrest—a phenomenon critics call "catch and release" justice. Recent legislative pushes aim to make it harder for violent criminals to get bail (reverse onus), placing the burden on them to prove why they should be released. Proponents argue that the safety of the community must supersede the rights of repeat offenders who have proven they are a danger to society. Opponents argue that mandatory detention violates the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, specifically the presumption of innocence, and disproportionately impacts marginalized communities.
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