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icarus · 10-13-2010, 05:43 AM

I agree with the dissenting reasons of LeBel and Fish JJ. A layman unversed with the law must have access to someone who can effectively explain his constitutionally protected rights, including his right not to incriminate himself to those agents charged with building a case against him.

10-13-2010, 05:43 AM	#73
icarus Franchise Player Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Singapore Exp:	I agree with the dissenting reasons of LeBel and Fish JJ. A layman unversed with the law must have access to someone who can effectively explain his constitutionally protected rights, including his right not to incriminate himself to those agents charged with building a case against him. __________________ Shot down in Flames!