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Bill C-299

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
October 04, 2022
An Act to amend the Criminal Code (life imprisonment)
  • Bill C-299 aims to change the Criminal Code by increasing the maximum penalty for certain serious crimes to life imprisonment. These crimes include sexual offences against minors, making or distributing child pornography, human trafficking, and procuring individuals for sexual services. The bill also establishes minimum punishments for some of these offences. The purpose of this amendment is to ensure stronger consequences for individuals who commit these serious crimes.
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