Preview

If adopted, Bill 31, Act to amend the statutes of justice, 2024will amend 4 pieces of legislation, which would add 2 electoral districts, increase transparency, improve clarity and increase access to justice.

Proposed changes to the Electoral Boundaries Commission Act would see the addition of 2 electoral districts to the province when the next commission examines Alberta’s electoral map.

Additional amendments would allow the Minister of Justice to request crime data from various groups and organizations to make it easier for Albertans to become aware of the impact of crime on their community, enable simpler processes and more modern to confirm the veracity of the information provided by people. courts and update statutory language for clarity.

Key changes

If passed, Bill 31, Justice Statutes Amendment Act, 2024, will amend the following legislation: