Hospital protest legislation might help courts, won’t help cops, say lawyers, and Sen. Vern White

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's reference to a clause that already protects journalists doesn't hold up to scrutiny, said media lawyer Ian Mackinnon. Any legal change probably won't affect how police handle protests outside of hospitals, says former top-cop Vern White.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured Sept. 21, 2021. Mr. Trudeau has promised to ensure that anyone who harasses health care workers faces criminal sanctions, but justice experts say it's not clear how he can deliver on that promise.Screengrab image courtesy of CBCNN

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BY PETER MAZEREEUW

October 11, 2021

Tougher penalties, and easier convictions: that’s what new legislation to crack down on hospital protests might achieve, but probably not much else, say criminal lawyers and a former police chief. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s (Papineau, Que.) promised l...

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