C-26 Drug Conviction Minimum Sentences
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Summary
This bill will establish a minimum sentence of one year (upon conviction) for a drug crime involving a gang, committed violently or with a weapon, or by a repeat offender. The minimum sentence will be two years if the crime is committed in or near a school or place frequented by minors, in prison, or with the help of a minor.
The bill also imposes minimum sentences for growing marijuana plants.
Bill History
First Reading - November 20th, 2007
Second Reading Recorded Vote - February 4th, 2008
Related Media
- C-26 has Americans Warning Caution - Canwest News Service 4/25