Wingham Free Press
(Goderich, On) 15April2024 a crushing blow to journalism, free speech and Charter Rights was dealt by Justice MacDonald. By banning reporters, victims, lawyers, or police to video record any portion of the court proceedings for accuracy or for their protection, MacDonald has essentially instituted an illegal media ban. The chilling effect on democracy that would […]
The idea of for-profit criminal prosecution, where private companies or individuals are incentivized to prosecute and punish individuals for criminal offenses in order to make a profit, is a controversial and potentially dangerous concept. While proponents argue that it could lead to more efficient and cost-effective criminal justice system, the reality is that this model […]