Publications

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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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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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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