Sentencing Reform Commission Approach

Report of the Commission's examination into sentencing process in Canada details problems with the process and the need for fundamental changes in its orientation and operation. Considers a broad range of concerns including an historical overview, public perception of sentencing equity, disparity of sentences, sentencing guidelines and implementation of reform.

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The book includes a postscript on the Supreme Court of Canada decision in R v. Latimer."--Pub. desc.

This symposium focused on the ways in which companies, industries, & enforcement officials have responded to the organizational sentencing guidelines' incentives & other changes in the enforcement landscape that encourage businesses to develop strong compliance programs & adopt crime-controlling measures. Topics included organizational guidelines, corporate experiences in developing effective compliance programs, evolving compliance standards, enforcement schemes & policies, protection of compliance practices from disclosure, & the government's role in fostering good corporate citizenship.Ó Illustrated.