The judge also found Ali was acting alone and thus not for the benefit of a terrorist group. “Parliament’s true purpose was to prevent and punish ‘terrorist activity’ — acts of serious violent committed for a political, religious or ideological purpose, with the intention of intimidating the public. “The trial judge’s approach would erase the distinction between lone wolf terrorists and ordinary criminals,” Crown attorneys say in the documents. “Lone wolf terrorists are a serious problem in Canada and abroad, and their recent ‘successes’ may inspire others. “Contrary to the Crown’s assertion, the decision below does not create a lacuna for ‘lone wolf’ terrorists.

Source: National Post June 24, 2019 19:21 UTC