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CTV News
22-05-2025
- CTV News
Supreme Court of Canada to examine role of rape shield law in sexual services case
The shadow from a Royal Canadian Air Force CC-330 Husky is seen as it passes the Supreme Court of Canada on Canada Day on Monday, July 1, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang OTTAWA — The Supreme Court of Canada will look at the application of the rape shield law in the case of two individuals accused of acting as pimps for a woman who worked from a house they rented. Section 276 of the Criminal Code, known as the rape shield law, limits the use of evidence about a complainant's sexual history in court proceedings. The law is intended to avoid 'twin-myth' reasoning — the idea that a complainant's prior behaviour makes them more likely to have consented to the alleged sexual activity, or less worthy of being believed. Two individuals, identified only as A.M. and M.P. due to a publication ban, faced human trafficking and sexual services offences arising out of their relationship with the complainant, known as A.K. Section 276 requires a court to determine whether, and to what extent, evidence about a complainant's sexual history may be admissible when the court is hearing a case about one or more of 14 different offences. A.M. and M.P. were acquitted of human trafficking but were convicted of advertising, procuring and receiving material benefit from sexual services. None of the offences with which the two individuals were charged are listed in section 276, and they argued on appeal that the trial judge erred in applying the provision to the proceedings. They said their cross-examination of A.K. was improperly restricted and that evidence relevant to their defences was redacted from A.K.'s preliminary inquiry testimony. A.M. and M.P. contended there were no privacy or dignity concerns with the evidence, as they were not relying on the sexual nature of A.K.'s activities. Rather, they said they were concerned with how she conducted the financial and advertising aspects of her work in the past and during the time she was involved with them. The Ontario Court of Appeal allowed their appeal and ordered a new trial on the sexual services offences. In its decision last year, the Court of Appeal said the evidence in question sought to counter the Crown's portrayal of A.K. 'as a vulnerable woman brought into the sex trade because of a drug dependency, and instead suggested that she sought out the appellants to improve her financial circumstances in part to feed her dependency.' The Crown then took its case to the Supreme Court. Following its usual practice, the top court gave no reasons for agreeing Thursday to hear the matter. No date for a hearing has been scheduled. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 22, 2025 Jim Bronskill, The Canadian Press
Winnipeg Free Press
22-05-2025
- Winnipeg Free Press
Supreme Court of Canada to examine role of rape shield law in sexual services case
OTTAWA – The Supreme Court of Canada will look at the application of the rape shield law in the case of two individuals accused of acting as pimps for a woman who worked from a house they rented. Section 276 of the Criminal Code, known as the rape shield law, limits the use of evidence about a complainant's sexual history in court proceedings. The law is intended to avoid 'twin-myth' reasoning — the idea that a complainant's prior behaviour makes them more likely to have consented to the alleged sexual activity, or less worthy of being believed. Two individuals, identified only as A.M. and M.P. due to a publication ban, faced human trafficking and sexual services offences arising out of their relationship with the complainant, known as A.K. Section 276 requires a court to determine whether, and to what extent, evidence about a complainant's sexual history may be admissible when the court is hearing a case about one or more of 14 different offences. A.M. and M.P. were acquitted of human trafficking but were convicted of advertising, procuring and receiving material benefit from sexual services. None of the offences with which the two individuals were charged are listed in section 276, and they argued on appeal that the trial judge erred in applying the provision to the proceedings. They said their cross-examination of A.K. was improperly restricted and that evidence relevant to their defences was redacted from A.K.'s preliminary inquiry testimony. A.M. and M.P. contended there were no privacy or dignity concerns with the evidence, as they were not relying on the sexual nature of A.K.'s activities. Rather, they said they were concerned with how she conducted the financial and advertising aspects of her work in the past and during the time she was involved with them. The Ontario Court of Appeal allowed their appeal and ordered a new trial on the sexual services offences. In its decision last year, the Court of Appeal said the evidence in question sought to counter the Crown's portrayal of A.K. 'as a vulnerable woman brought into the sex trade because of a drug dependency, and instead suggested that she sought out the appellants to improve her financial circumstances in part to feed her dependency.' The Crown then took its case to the Supreme Court. Following its usual practice, the top court gave no reasons for agreeing Thursday to hear the matter. No date for a hearing has been scheduled. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 22, 2025.
The Hindu
29-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Newly-wed CRPF jawan's wife among women on J&K repatriation list
Security agencies in Jammu and Kashmir have begun repatriating residents of Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), following fresh directives from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in the aftermath of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. The move has triggered widespread concern over the fate of more than 150 women who returned to the Valley under a government rehabilitation policy for former militants. 'Such acts alienate the innocent and strengthen the enemy's narrative,' Sheikh Khursheed, MLA from Langate, called on the government to distinguish between those involved in security concerns and those who have lived peacefully. 'The government must reconsider its decision.' Also Read | M.P. begins process to identify and deport Pakistani nationals with revoked visas In the Jammu division, at least 11 Pakistani nationals were repatriated through the Mendhar sub-division in Poonch. Local accounts described emotional scenes as families bid farewell to spouses and relatives. Among them was Minal Khan, a Pakistani woman who had recently married CRPF personnel Munir Khan, a resident of Jammu's Gharota. The couple reportedly met online and solemnised a nikah virtually in March this year. Ms. Khan's visa expired on March 22, after which she was asked to leave. In Kashmir, resistance is mounting from women who arrived from PoK alongside their husbands under the 2010 rehabilitation policy introduced during the tenure of then Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. Official records suggest that nearly 350 women and children returned via the Nepal route under this initiative. One such family is that of Muhammad Aslam, 53, from the Bandipora district. Aslam married Shazia Aslam in 1999 in PoK, after crossing the Line of Control during the 1990s. He returned in 2010 through the designated route and began a new life in Kashmir. 'We have three children, the eldest is 24. My wife has no passport. If she is repatriated, our children will be left without a mother,' Mr. Aslam told The Hindu. Shazia's parents passed away between 2016 and 2022, and she was reportedly denied a visa to visit them before their deaths. 'She has nowhere to return to in PoK,' Mr. Aslam said, describing the situation as 'inhumane' and an act of betrayal. 'We came back under assurances given by the government.' Official estimates indicate that around 90 men who returned also brought their families. Many of these women now face legal uncertainty, having lived in India for more than a decade without formal citizenship or travel documents. The classification of PoK women as Pakistani nationals has also invited legal scrutiny. A 1971 J&K High Court ruling in the Mohsin Shah case had held that no repatriation could take place in such cases, noting that 'one person had merely travelled from one part of India to another'. Political leaders across the spectrum have criticised the repatriations. Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti called on the Centre to adopt a humanitarian approach. 'Many affected are women who came to India 30–40 years ago, married Indian citizens, raised families, and have long been part of our society,' she said. 'Repatriating them now would not only be inhumane but would inflict deep emotional and physical distress.' CPI(M) leader M.Y. Tarigami echoed similar concerns. 'These women have lived peacefully in Kashmir since their arrival, raising families and contributing to society. Repatriations would not only dismantle families but cause deep psychological trauma,' he said. As repatriations continue, calls are growing for a review of the policy in light of humanitarian concerns, especially where no proven security threat exists. With questions being raised about the Constitutional and legal basis of the exercise, and in the absence of a uniform standard, the future of many such families remains in limbo. Many such listed persons have been already detained by the authorities in J&K.
Morocco World
16-03-2025
- Morocco World
Israeli Pedophile Found Hiding Out in Morocco
Rabat — Israeli media has uncovered that a man, known publicly as the M.P, who is convicted of sexually assaulting two minors in Israel fled to Morocco and has been leading a peaceful life under a false name in Agadir since 2007. According to the reports, M.P. was sentenced for his crimes in 2006 but managed to escape to Morocco by leveraging his alleged roots to obtain a Moroccan passport. Sources close to him reported that he had actually forged the passport with the help of a high profile Israeli criminal. According to sources, upon his sentencing in late 2006, M.P. hosted a gathering at a relative's house, even though the invitees didn't know the reason for the celebration. 'We knew he had legal troubles and was involved in a case concerning minors, but no one expected that this would be the last time we saw him.' M.P. allegedly fled one week after the party, assisted by the silence of a few people who swore to secrecy, continuing to describe him as 'warm' and 'family oriented.' While he changed his name into M.F, he did little to cut ties with his former life. In fact, he remained in touch with his family and friends and even created a Facebook profile where he flaunted his new life. 'He wasn't worried about being caught […] He must have felt very safe in Morocco,' remarked the source. M.P. initially maintained a quiet and unassuming life, but he soon became a prominent member of a tight-knit Jewish community in Agadir, gaining respect through his role in overseeing kosher certifications in the region; which also allowed him to frequently travel to Paris on businesses related to his speciality. A former member of Agadir's Jewish community speculated that M.P. chose this city specifically because of its small Jewish population of 70 people. 'Had he gone to a larger community like Casablanca, his secret would have been uncovered much sooner,' explained the source. The pedophile, now 62-years-old, seemingly grew confident that his heinous crimes would never resurface, as he had managed to escape justice unscathed for 18-years. However, a photo of him with a young girl sparked concerns that he might have returned to his former transgressions, ultimately leading a third victim in Israel to come forward. 'I had no idea. I was just a child. He kept saying it was normal, that it was an expression of love, and that this was what people did when they cared for each other. I was naive and believed him. I thought this was how things were supposed to be, so I stayed silent. Whenever my parents weren't home, he would enter my room, assault me, and then leave,' said the unidentified woman. While the Israeli media focused on their victims, there is no telling how many children M.P. might have abused in Morocco, and nothing is known about the little girl who he confidently shared a picture with. Alarmingly, this is not the first time that an Israeli sex offender has taken refuge in Morocco. A 2013 article by the Times of Israel even labelled the country as 'the new go-to for Israeli fugitives,' in reference to Eliezer Berland, a Hasidic rabbi who fled to Morocco after allegedly assaulting two women. The story has sparked the anger and disgust among Moroccans, especially that many of them have been vocal against welcoming Israelis into their country. In fact, under Israeli law, military service is mandatory for all adults, making them complicit in the genocide and displacement of Palestinians. This involvement renders them dangerous war criminals unworthy of stepping foot in Morocco. Tags: Agadiran Israelichild abuse in Morocco
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- Yahoo
Prosecutor seeks to revoke bail for stabbing suspect after it became political lightning rod
Feb. 14—The Hillsborough County Attorney's Office is seeking to revoke the bail of a man connected to a stabbing outside a Manchester convenience store last week, which prompted outcry after a magistrate released the 25-year-old man without bail. Kyle Bisson of Manchester was arrested on Bridge Street on charges of second-degree assault and two counts of falsifying evidence after the stabbing of a 42-year-old man in front of the Bunny's Convenience store on Elm Street. The two men reportedly did not know each other. Bisson was released on personal recognizance bail by Magistrate Stephanie Johnson after Manchester police argued for preventive detention during a magistrate hearing held Saturday. Bisson was convicted of criminal threatening (domestic violence) in October and was given a 60-day sentence suspended for two years. While police lambasted Johnson's decision, a police prosecutor during the Monday hearing did not seek a modification of the bail, according to court documents. The prosecutor asked for Bisson to arrive at the police station to be formally booked. Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais and Gov. Kelly Ayotte, both Republicans, have criticized Johnson's decision. The Hillsborough County Attorney is John Coughlin, who is also a Republican. Prosecutor Patrick Ives is asking the Superior Court to revoke the prior order of bail and hold Bisson on preventive detention. A hearing is set to be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday. Bisson stabbed the victim nine times with a pocket knife during a fight, and the majority of the wounds came as the man tried to flee, according to the complaint. Bisson later threw the knife in a storm drain and a red winter jacket into a dumpster, according to court documents. Police were called to the scene around 7 p.m., according to a police prosecutor. The alleged victim was brought to Elliot Hospital. Bisson had been stabbed once in the chest during the altercation and called 911. Police say security footage showed the two having "some sort of verbal argument" when the other man, whom documents refer to as "M.P.," punched Bisson in the face. "Then, Bisson makes a whipping downward motion with his right hand, which appeared consistent with someone whipping a folding pocket knife blade out. However, when he does this, he turns around and looks on the ground, as if he had dropped something," the affidavit reads. "He then bends down as if to pick something up and M.P. rushes him. At this point, the two of them are on the ground in a fight, however, they are partially out of view of the camera." Bisson told police that M.P. had called him a derogatory name for Black people, according to the affidavit, and after exchanging words with the man, was punched in the face. Bisson thought he was going "to get beaten to a pulp" and said he acted in self-defense, according to court documents. The alleged victim explained that Bisson "purposely bumped into him." He said after a verbal exchange Bisson came after him in "combat mode." Ruais blasted the bail ruling in a news release and again during his State of the City address Wednesday morning. He urged lawmakers to get a bail reform bill to Ayotte's desk as quickly as possible "and get these people off our streets." "On what planet is it considered acceptable to stab another human being at least nine times, then be released back out onto our streets? This is unconscionable. Our police, our residents and our visitors are put at risk when criminals like this continue to be released, and it has to stop," he said. In a separate release, he also later thanked Ayotte for making bail reform a priority. "Keeping violent and repeat offenders behind bars is the foundation of public safety of our citizens is non-negotiable," he wrote. "We cannot wait for another tragedy like the recent stabbing in Manchester to demonstrate why Bail Reform is needed." Bisson's public defender Ali Rosenblatt did not return and email Friday evening.
