Bill C-464: An Act to amend the Criminal Code (justification for detention in custody)

C-464 Second Session, Fortieth Parliament, 57-58 Elizabeth II, 2009 HOUSE OF COMMONS OF CANADA BILL C-464 An Act to amend the Criminal Code (justification for detention in custody) first reading, October 22, 2009 Mr. Andrews 402317 SUMMARY This enactment amends the Criminal Code to provide that the detention of an accused in custody may be justified where it is necessary for the protection or safety of the accused’s minor children. Also available on the Parliament of Canada Web Site at the following address:http://www.parl.gc.ca .vis1 {position: absolute;display:block;} .vis2 {position: static;} 2nd Session, 40th Parliament, 57-58 Elizabeth II, 2009 house of commons of canada BILL C-464 An Act to amend the Criminal Code (justification for detention in custody) R.S., c. C-46 Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows: 1. Paragraph 515(10)(b) of the Criminal Code is replaced by the following: (b) where the detention is necessary for the protection or safety of the public, including any victim of or witness to the offence, or minor children of the accused, having regard to all the circumstances including any substantial likelihood that the accused will, if released from custody, commit a criminal offence or interfere with the administration of justice; and Published under authority of the Speaker of the House of CommonsAvailable from:Publishing and Depository ServicesPublic Works and Government Services Canada