Thank you, Mr. Chairman, one last question. The Minister said earlier that our system is better funded than most in the south, but I do believe there are cases where, especially in criminal law cases, an accused has a possible defence of lack of funding and lack of due process as a result of lack of legal counsel, that may affect his defence. Are the officials aware of any precedent cases that may show what the obligations and liability of this government are in terms of its responsibility to provide legal services? Are we anywhere near that with the level of funding that we are providing? Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
Sandy Lee on Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on March 5th, 2001. See this statement in context.
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
March 4th, 2001
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