Mr. Speaker, the government was elected with a decisive mandate to keep violent repeat offenders off our streets. While the Leader of the Opposition was attacking the brave men and women of the RCMP, calling them “despicable”, the Minister of Justice was working with provinces, territories and law enforcement to develop solutions-focused bail and sentencing reforms. Today, the minister has tabled Bill C-14, the bail and sentencing reform act.
Can the minister explain how this bill will ensure the safety of our communities and keep dangerous offenders behind bars?