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Court of King's Bench of Alberta: Education Seminar
January 27 2021 - January 27 2021

Court of Queen's Bench of Alberta Education Seminar: 101 (January 2021)

This online seminar focused on the fundamentals of criminal law sentencing. It was intended for newly appointed judges to the Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta but was attended by judges of all levels of seniority.

Number of Participants: 59

Overview

This online seminar focused on the fundamentals of criminal law sentencing. It was intended for newly appointed judges to the Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta but was attended by judges of all levels of seniority.

Objective

The objective of this seminar was to enhance the participants’ substantive knowledge and practical skills in sentencing, by providing an understanding of the law and social context of sentencing.

Summary

Led by experienced trial and appellate judges, and legal academics, with a combination of substantive lecture, panel discussion and interactive small group work, this online program included dedicated sessions on the purpose, objectives, and principles of sentencing; evidence and information relevant to sentencing and fact finding; alternatives to incarceration; types of sentences, and appropriate ranges; and recent developments in jurisprudence on sentencing, including the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision in R v Friesen.