Aboriginal Sentencing Reform in Canada - Prospects for Success
AbstractThe author considers section 718.2(e) of the Canadian Criminal Code which provides that "all available sanctions other than imprisonment that are reasonable in the circumstances should be considered for all offenders, with particular attention paid to the circumstances of [A]boriginal offenders." She argues that in view of the limited effect that sentencing reform has on the causes of Aboriginal offending, and the many problems associated with the practical application of section 718.2(e), it will not help to reduce the over representation of Aboriginal offenders in Canadian penal institutions. The author offers suggestions on how this goal may be better accomplished. |