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Alberta traffic court reform initiative : discussion guide

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This discussion paper is intended to be a guide for interested persons and organizations that wish to provide input into Alberta Justice and Solicitor General on how traffic court reform might... More ≫

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This discussion paper is intended to be a guide for interested persons and organizations that wish to provide input into Alberta Justice and Solicitor General on how traffic court reform might take place in Alberta, and how the proposed dispute resolution process might be structured to ensure that any Albertan who wants to dispute their traffic ticket can do so in a fair, accessible and proportionate way.

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Victims Services status report

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Reports on the activities and initiatives of the Victims Services branch of the department as it works with community groups, law enforcement, other criminal justice stakeholders, and all levels... More ≫

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Reports on the activities and initiatives of the Victims Services branch of the department as it works with community groups, law enforcement, other criminal justice stakeholders, and all levels of government to develop, deliver and improve programs to support victims of crime in Alberta. Services can range from funding programs to the coordination of victim services units, and from linking people to the right resources to partnerships that ensure those in remote areas can access services.

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Youth Criminal Justice Protocol

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The intent of the Youth Criminal Justice Protocol is to outline procedures for ongoing interactions between Alberta Human Services Child Intervention staff, including Child and Family Services... More ≫

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The intent of the Youth Criminal Justice Protocol is to outline procedures for ongoing interactions between Alberta Human Services Child Intervention staff, including Child and Family Services Authorities and Delegated First Nation Agencies (hereby referred to as Child Intervention), and Alberta Justice and Solicitor General, and their agents, in dealing with joint clients. The protocol describes how staff should work together collaboratively for the benefit of youth who have joint status, or for those who need the services of Child Intervention but do not have child intervention status. The protocol creates a process for collaborative case planning as well as resolution of day-to-day issues, thereby laying the foundation for good working relationships and for a more effective coordinated provision of services for youth.

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Grow op free Alberta initiative consultation report : what was heard

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This report summarizes what was heard from stakeholders during the consultations and from the public through online and mailed submissions. The comments and recommendations from the consultations... More ≫

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This report summarizes what was heard from stakeholders during the consultations and from the public through online and mailed submissions. The comments and recommendations from the consultations will form the basis of a final report and recommendations prepared by Associate Minister Fraser for the Minister of Justice and Solicitor General and Cabinet.

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Parenting After Separation (PAS) parent’s guide [2013]

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Parenting After Separation is a six-hour course, offered by Alberta Family Justice for parents and guardians who are separating or divorcing. The purpose of the course is to help parents... More ≫

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Parenting After Separation is a six-hour course, offered by Alberta Family Justice for parents and guardians who are separating or divorcing. The purpose of the course is to help parents understand the legal process of separation (or divorce), the way the children are likely to feel and behave, and what the parents need to know so they can make positive choices about how they will continue to parent their children, separately and together. The course explains how parents can stay focused on what the children need even when it is difficult to do so, whether they were married or never lived together.

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Injecting a sense of urgency : a new approach to delivering justice in serious and violent criminal cases

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The judicial stay of sexual assault charges arising from a case in Airdrie this past October has raised concern about the justice system, and, in particular, what should be done to better manage... More ≫

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The judicial stay of sexual assault charges arising from a case in Airdrie this past October has raised concern about the justice system, and, in particular, what should be done to better manage delays that lead to Askov applications. The review of the Airdrie case to examine process delays and determine what steps can be taken to strengthen the current system and prevent any recurrence of the Airdrie situation.

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Alberta Justice and Solicitor General 2012-13 public opinion survey : final report

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Provides key findings of an annual telephone survey of Albertans on the administration of justice in Alberta, perceptions of safety, crime victimization, crime prevention and reduction, and... More ≫

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Provides key findings of an annual telephone survey of Albertans on the administration of justice in Alberta, perceptions of safety, crime victimization, crime prevention and reduction, and understanding and confidence in the justice system.

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Public Security Peace Officer Program : CPIC policy [2012]

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The Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) is a computerized system that provides tactical information about crimes and criminals. CPIC is responsible for the storage, retrieval and... More ≫

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The Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) is a computerized system that provides tactical information about crimes and criminals. CPIC is responsible for the storage, retrieval and communication of shared operational police information to all accredited criminal justice and other agencies involved with the detection, investigation and prevention of crime. In Alberta, Alberta Justice and Solicitor General is the designated CPIC agency for the Peace Officer Program (excluding Sustainable Resource Development, Parks and Tourism and Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Branches). The Public Security Division is responsible for providing administration and oversight.

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Division of matrimonial property on death : views and perspectives

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The new Wills and Succession Act came into effect in Alberta on February 1, 2012. This law consolidates the Wills Act, Intestate Succession Act, Survivorship Act, Dependents Relief Act and section... More ≫

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The new Wills and Succession Act came into effect in Alberta on February 1, 2012. This law consolidates the Wills Act, Intestate Succession Act, Survivorship Act, Dependents Relief Act and section 47 of the Trustee Act. The Wills and Succession Act specifies how and to whom property is transferred when a person dies. It is designed to make Alberta's succession legislation easier to use and understand. Among the changes made by the Act, there are amendments to the Matrimonial Property Act. These amendments allow a surviving spouse to claim for matrimonial property division upon the death of their spouse. These amendments, in section 117 of the Wills and Succession Act (which for the purposes of this report are called the "legislation"), have not yet been proclaimed.

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Victim of crime handbook [English]

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This handbook is meant to help immigrants and refugees who are the victims of crime, as well as those who seek to assist them. Because of language and cultural barriers, immigrant and refugee... More ≫

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This handbook is meant to help immigrants and refugees who are the victims of crime, as well as those who seek to assist them. Because of language and cultural barriers, immigrant and refugee victims may not be aware of programs and may face additional challenges when involved in the criminal justice system. This handbook describes programs, services and opportunities to assist victims of crime.

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