Diversion Court

Year
2023
Number
EB30
Sponsor(s)
Maple Ridge

Whereas the court system is experiencing an overwhelming number of cases; And whereas the current justice system including bail system challenges of dealing with crime rarely results in reforming individuals: Therefore be it resolved that UBCM lobby the Province to support further funding for diversion courts with dedicated judges so as to implement greater capacity in the restorative justice system, complimented by sufficient treatment and rehabilitation facilities.

Convention Decision
Endorsed