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Keeping communities safe : report and recommendations : Alberta's crime reduction and safe communities task force

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This report set out 31 recommendations for crime reduction and prevention that spanned a continuum of prevention, treatment and enforcement. The Government of Alberta accepted 29 of the 31... More ≫

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This report set out 31 recommendations for crime reduction and prevention that spanned a continuum of prevention, treatment and enforcement. The Government of Alberta accepted 29 of the 31 recommendations and identified two for further study.

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An introduction to Alberta’s Family Law Act

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Explains the Family Law Act, which came into force in October 2005, which updated, amended, and clarified existing legislation to make family law simpler and easier for Albertans to understand.

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You've been charged with a crime : what you need to know [2005]

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This publication is intended to provide general information on the legal process for those charged with a criminal offense.

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A guide to the Lobbyists Act

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This document has been prepared by Alberta Justice to facilitate understanding of the Lobbyists Act. It reviews some of the most significant aspects of the Act, but is not exhaustive.... More ≫

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This document has been prepared by Alberta Justice to facilitate understanding of the Lobbyists Act. It reviews some of the most significant aspects of the Act, but is not exhaustive. Additionally, preparation of a plain language guide of the Act has at times required the simplification of this relatively complex legislation.

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Interim report to Alberta Justice phase one : stakeholder input on the single trial court initiative

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At the beginning of April invitations, along with the discussion paper, A Single Trial Court as a Focus for Reform and a Catalyst for Change, were sent out to various stakeholders involved in the... More ≫

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At the beginning of April invitations, along with the discussion paper, A Single Trial Court as a Focus for Reform and a Catalyst for Change, were sent out to various stakeholders involved in the Alberta justice system. Invitees included lawyers, court clerks, members of the police service and others directly involved in the legal system such as mediators and arbitrators. As well, members of organizations such as sexual assault centres, Aboriginal groups, elder care associations, mental health associations, crime and violence prevention organizations and justice groups specific to various ethnic communities attended. Involved members of the community were also included such as victim’s services volunteers, members of Youth Justice Committees, as were provincial and municipal politicians, academics and psychologists.

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A single trial court for Alberta : consultation paper

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In 1999, the Alberta Government sought the advice and direction of the public on a wide range of justice issues during Alberta’s first Summit on Justice. One of the messages the Government... More ≫

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In 1999, the Alberta Government sought the advice and direction of the public on a wide range of justice issues during Alberta’s first Summit on Justice. One of the messages the Government received was to simplify the justice system. Delegates felt that the system created delays, discouraged access, and, in some cases, resulted in citizens being denied justice. Since then, the Government has sought to improve the justice system through streamlining processes and through making better use of available resources. Alberta has two trial courts – the Provincial Court and the Court of Queen’s Bench – which both deal with criminal, family, and other civil matters. The concurrent trial jurisdiction shared by the two courts leads naturally to the question of whether one trial court could be doing the work now done by two. The purpose of this paper is to encourage consideration of whether trial court unification is a viable option.

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Alberta's justice system and you

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This brochure will give you the facts about your justice system – the major participants and the important roles that each plays. In addition, it will help you better understand the... More ≫

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This brochure will give you the facts about your justice system – the major participants and the important roles that each plays. In addition, it will help you better understand the responsibilities of the provincial departments of Alberta Justice and Alberta Solicitor General.

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A single trial court as a focus for reform and a catalyst for change

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A series of public consultations and recent polling research have shown that many Albertans have a worrisome level of confidence in certain aspects of the system of justice in this province. The... More ≫

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A series of public consultations and recent polling research have shown that many Albertans have a worrisome level of confidence in certain aspects of the system of justice in this province. The findings indicate an attitude amongst Albertans that while the justice system is good, certain steps need to be taken to make it better.

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Justice : teaching about justice, rights and responsibilities : a teaching resource for Social Studies 10 topic B : citizenship in Canada

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This teaching resource is intended to increase and encourage students’ awareness and understanding of the justice system and citizenship in Alberta and Canada. It addresses selected learning... More ≫

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This teaching resource is intended to increase and encourage students’ awareness and understanding of the justice system and citizenship in Alberta and Canada. It addresses selected learning outcomes in the Alberta Program of Studies for Social Studies 10 Topic B: Citizenship in Canada.

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Report to the Attorney General : public inquiry into the death of T.F.J.

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of T.F.J., including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. Also includes recommendations on how... More ≫

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of T.F.J., including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. Also includes recommendations on how to prevent similar incidents which led to the death under investigation. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about public fatality inquiries.

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