Bill C-14 — Loi modifiant le Code criminel, la Loi sur le système de justice pénale pour les adolescents et la Loi sur la défense nationale (mise en liberté sous caution et détermination de la peine)

This proposed law changes rules about bail and sentencing in Canada. It makes it harder for some people accused of crimes to be released on bail before their trial. It also makes sentences longer for certain crimes. Specifically, the proposed law says that people accused of certain crimes, like those involving violence or stolen property, may have to prove why they should be released on bail, instead of the prosecution proving why they should be detained. It also adds new reasons why someone might be denied bail, such as if they are accused of a crime involving random violence. The proposed law also requires sentences to be served one after the other for certain crimes, like breaking and entering, which will increase the total time someone spends in jail. This matters because it affects anyone accused of a crime in Canada, including adults, young people, and members of the military. It could lead to more people being held in jail before trial and longer prison sentences. Supporters say it will make communities safer, while critics worry it could lead to unfairness in the justice system and disproportionately affect certain groups of people.