We use cookies on this site to enable your digital experience. By continuing to use this site, you are agreeing to our cookie policy. close
Focus On
Business | Labour & Employment | Wills,Trusts, & Estates | Family | Criminal | Civil Litigation | Personal Injury
NEW In-House Counsel | Insurance | Intellectual Property | Immigration | Natural Resources | Real Estate | Tax
Home > Criminal

‘Good Samaritan’ bill urged for drug epidemic

Thursday, March 16, 2017 @ 8:00 PM | By Cristin Schmitz

A proposed new criminal immunity for “good Samaritans” who try to aid people experiencing drug overdoses will save lives and assist defence counsel, if it becomes law, say proponents of federal...

Focus On

Story image 10 most-anticipated cannabis and driving questions
Sentences must be proportionate, not unjustly light to avoid deportation, finds Appeal Court
The civility of judges and the rule of law | Alexander Gay
Story image Going to authorities not viable option for many sexual assault survivors, report says
Story image Section of Criminal Code targets arsonists who endanger others, not themselves, rules court