Supreme Court
Decision Information
Summary: Appeal against dismissal of a charge under the Gjoa Haven Liquor Prohibition Regulations dismissed. Collateral application for a stay of further prosecution under the regulations also dismissed
Abstract: Appeal by Crown against dismissal of a charge under the Gjoa Haven Liquor Prohibition Regulations. Application by accused for a stay of further prosecution
Decision: Appeal dismissed; prosecution terminated and stay of proceedings unnecessary
Subjects: Civil liberties and human rights - Legal rights - Trial within reasonable time
Keywords: Unreasonable delay
Charter violation
Stay of proceedings