HALIFAX—The Nova Scotia government has introduced a new policy to ensure the fair treatment of Indigenous Peoples facing criminal prosecution in the province. The Nova Scotia government has introduced a new policy to ensure the fair treatment of Indigenous Peoples facing criminal prosecution in the province. Chief Crown attorney Ingrid Brodie says Indigenous Peoples have become disproportionately involved in the criminal justice system in Nova Scotia and across Canada. It comes eight months after Nova Scotia became the first province in Canada to open a superior court on a reserve. Attorney General and Justice Minister Mark Furey says Indigenous Peoples in Nova Scotia have the right to expect fair treatment within the criminal justice system.

Source: thestar February 26, 2019 15:22 UTC