News releases from Justice (Page 1)

Government is offering a reward of up to $150,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or people responsible for the homicide of 45-year-old Jason Andrew Smith.

I have heard from family members and many Nova Scotians who are opposed to a joint review of the tragic events of April 18 and 19 and would prefer a joint public inquiry.

The tragedy that occurred on April 18 and 19 in Nova Scotia left families and communities across the province suffering unimaginable trauma, pain and loss.

NOTE: Photos of the judges are available at https://novascotia.ca/news/photos/2020/07/09/1/

The inmate who escaped from the Northeast Nova Scotia Correctional Facility in Pictou County, Friday, June 5, is now in police custody.

An inmate escaped from the Northeast Correctional Facility near New Glasgow today, at about 8-8:30 p.m.

To help further prevent COVID-19 from impacting inmates and staff at correctional facilities, 41 people who are serving intermittent sentences in the province’s four adult correctional facilities will be released on temporary absence.

In the interest of the health and safety of inmates, their families, Correctional Services staff and the public, Nova Scotia’s correctional facilities will be closed to all visitors until further notice, effective immediately.

In the interest of the health and safety of inmates, their families, Correctional Services staff and the public, Nova Scotia’s correctional facilities will be closed to volunteer organizations until further notice, effective immediately.

To help ensure the continued safety and security of those who work in or visit the provincial legislature, the sergeant-at-arms at Province House, will be made a peace officer.

Fourteen of the province’s top lawyers are being awarded the prestigious Queen’s counsel (QC) designation.

Changes introduced to the Legal Aid Act today, Feb. 25, will support thousands of Nova Scotians who need help with legal matters and rely on the Nova Scotia Legal Aid Commission.

Government is inviting Nova Scotians to share their views on proposed changes to the province’s parenting and support laws.

Le gouvernement invite les gens de la Nouvelle-Écosse à soumettre leurs commentaires au sujet des changements proposés à la loi provinciale qui régit le rôle parental et les pensions alimentaires.

Government is making it easier for Nova Scotians to vote for their Member of the Legislature and better support those who wish to serve their communities and fellow citizens by running for office.

I appreciate there may be further proceedings and as such, will not comment outside the formal process.

Human trafficking and sexual exploitation are devastating to victims and survivors, families and entire communities.

Nova Scotia has appointed a new Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIPOP) review officer. Tricia Ralph’s appointment takes effect on March 1.

The province is seeking nominations for the 2020 Medal of Bravery.

In order to ensure the province’s justice system is more responsive to the needs of Nova Scotians, government is extending the timeframe for people to file complaints about municipal police.