Thank you, Mr. Speaker. My question is for the Minister of Justice. Mr. Speaker, yesterday the Minister provided information to the Members regarding some of the procedures in the correctional centres in the Northwest Territories. My concern is that I did not find the information provided enough explanation. For instance, I understand that inmates in the territorial correctional institutions may apply for a temporary absence from the facility for rehabilitation or employment purposes. Under the policy, inmates are not released on temporary absence until one third of the sentence or three months has been served. However, the warden can waive this rule if in his or her opinion the release is in the rehabilitative interest of the inmate. Mr. Speaker, given that there are certain criteria which the warden must taken into account prior to considering a request for a temporary absence for an inmate is entitled to it under the program, can the Minister advise what substantiation the warden is required to maintain in support of a decision to waive the normal waiting period for a temporary absence? Thank you.
Jeannie Marie-Jewell on Question 531-12(3): Temporary Release Policies For Inmates
In the Legislative Assembly on March 18th, 1993. See this statement in context.
Question 531-12(3): Temporary Release Policies For Inmates
Item 5: Oral Questions
March 17th, 1993
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Jeannie Marie-Jewell Thebacha
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