Did Peter MacKay go too far in claiming that Justin Trudeau broke the law by smoking a little pot?
Peter MacKay Misleading Canadians By Saying Trudeau Broke Law, Professor Says
Should MacKay apologize to Canadians for abusing his position for a partisan attack on Trudeau?
Peter MacKay Misleading Canadians By Saying Trudeau Broke Law, Professor Says
While it is illegal to grow, traffic or possess marijuana, smoking weed is not a criminal offence.
Should MacKay apologize to Canadians for abusing his position for a partisan attack on Trudeau?
Attaran said the Attorney General is supposed to discharge of his duties independently, and free from partisan influence, in order for the public to have confidence in the justice system.
Attaran said he believes a correction of the misstatements, and a contrite public apology for misleading Canadians about the law would be sufficient enough punishment for MacKay.