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Harper government backs bill to toughen parole for some killers

Ottawa - Canada's Justice Minister Rob Nicholson announced his government will back a private member's bill that would require some murderers to spend up to 40 years behind bars before being able to apply for parole.

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Canada to crack down on child predators, increase victims' rights

Toronto - Although the details are sparse, the Conservative government intends to increase penalties for those who sexually abuse children and provide more support for victims of crime.

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Canada to tighten rules for mentally ill offenders

Montreal - The Canadian government will introduce legislation to amend the Criminal Code to make it more difficult for offenders who are found not criminally responsible to gain their freedom.

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Canada eliminates house arrest for serious and violent crimes

Ottawa - The final portion of the Safe Streets and Communities Act came into force on Tuesday. While not changing the requirements for a conditional sentence to be granted, house arrest can no longer be imposed for serious or violent offences.

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