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S-240JusticeFirst reading in the Senate
An Act to amend the Criminal Code (declaration of exception pursuant to subsection 33(1) of the Charter for mandatory minimum sentences for child sexual abuse and exploitation material offences)
This bill would create a notwithstanding-clause exception for certain mandatory minimum sentences involving child sexual abuse material offences.
Sponsor: Leo Housakos (Senator)Chamber: SenateLast activity: November 5, 2025
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Royal AssentSenate 1st reading: 2025-11-05
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