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During Question Period on justice, the Conservatives raised the release of two high-risk offenders with histories of violence into Surrey, saying families there are concerned, and asked the government to stop releasing repeat offenders into communities. The Liberals replied that release decisions are made by parole and judicial officers, not the government, and said the government has brought in legislation to keep dangerous offenders in custody and ensure releases follow court rules.Written by AI from the debate. Updated .

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Randeep Sarai

Liberal
“Parole officers and judges decide who gets released, not the government. The opposition should stop scaring people. We changed the law to keep dangerous people in jail and make sure releases follow proper court rules.”
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Mr. Speaker, the opposition and the member well know that these matters are decided by parole officers and judicial officers. To light fires, to fearmonger, is not the strategy. This government modified and brought back great legislation to put people behind bars who belong there and to have the proper judicial processes when they need to be released.

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