Bill C-537: An Act to amend the Criminal Code (judicial interim release for offences involving firearms)

C-537 Third Session, Fortieth Parliament, 59 Elizabeth II, 2010 HOUSE OF COMMONS OF CANADA BILL C-537 An Act to amend the Criminal Code (judicial interim release for offences involving firearms) first reading, June 14, 2010 Mr. Wrzesnewskyj 403151 SUMMARY This enactment amends the Criminal Code to add offences involving firearms to the list of offences set out in section 469 so that (a) offences involving firearms may only be tried by a superior court; and (b) a person accused of an offence involving a firearm will be required to demonstrate to the court why they should not be detained in custody before trial. 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;} 3rd Session, 40th Parliament, 59 Elizabeth II, 2010 house of commons of canada BILL C-537 An Act to amend the Criminal Code (judicial interim release for offences involving firearms) 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. Section 469 of the Criminal Code is amended by adding the following after paragraph (c.1): (c.2) an offence in the commission of which the accused is alleged to have (i) used or threatened to use a firearm, or (ii) attempted or conspired to use a firearm; Published under authority of the Speaker of the House of CommonsAvailable from:Publishing and Depository ServicesPublic Works and Government Services Canada