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Why full parole was granted to a multiple murderer
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21 minutes
Released:
Mar 20, 2024
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The man who murdered the parents of a former NHL goalie was recently granted full parole. In 2022, a ruling by the Supreme Court struck down the punishment of life without parole for multiple murders. This case has raised questions about what rules and parameters are in place for convicted killers and the potential threat they pose to society.The Globe and Mail’s justice writer Sean Fine explains the details of the case, the mechanism of the parole system and what it can mean for future criminal cases.Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com
Released:
Mar 20, 2024
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Podcast episode
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