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Bill C-336

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
June 05, 2023
Strengthening Reporting Obligations for Sex Offenders Act (Noah's Law)
  • Summary: This bill makes changes to the Criminal Code and the Sex Offender Information Registration Act. It allows a court to order a sex offender who is likely to reoffend to comply with reporting obligations under the Sex Offender Information Registration Act for 30 years. The offender must also complete a sex offender treatment program before they can apply to have the order terminated. The bill increases the frequency of reporting for sex offenders and requires them to report to a registration center before moving to a new address. Failing to report to a registration center as required will also become an offense. The purpose of these changes is to protect the public and help police prevent and investigate sexual crimes.
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SteelmanSpren in Favour

  • Steelman Argument in Favor of Bill C-336: Bill C-336, the Strengthening Reporting Obligations for Sex Offenders Act, should be supported because it prioritizes public safety and aims to prevent and investigate crimes of a sexual nature. The amendment to the Criminal Code allows courts to order sex offenders, who are likely to reoffend, to comply with the reporting obligations under the Sex Offender Information Registration Act for 30 years. This is a reasonable and necessary step to protect society and ensure that the necessary information about sex offenders is readily available to law enforcement agencies. By increasing the frequency of reporting and requiring offenders to report before moving to a new address, the amendment to the Sex Offender Information Registration Act enhances the accuracy and reliability of the database. This enables police services to have real-time access to updated information about sex offenders, facilitat

SteelmanSpren Against

  • Steel-Man Argument: Some individuals may argue against Bill C-336, stating that it imposes excessive reporting obligations on sex offenders. They may argue that extending reporting obligations to 30 years is excessive and may impede the offender's ability to reintegrate into society. They may also argue that requiring sex offenders to complete a treatment program before being eligible for termination of the reporting order may not be effective, as it assumes that all offenders can be rehabilitated through such programs. Additionally, opponents may argue that increasing the frequency of reporting and requiring offenders to report before changing their address may be burdensome and may not necessarily enhance public safety. They may argue that these measures might lead to potential privacy violations and may stigmatize sex offenders who have already served their sentences. Overall, opponents may assert that the proposed amendments dispro
House Second Reading
  • June 5, 2023, 11 a.m.
  • In Progress
  • Read
House First Reading
  • June 5, 2023, 11 a.m.
  • Passed