StFX Forensic Psych Talk, DOJ Defense v. Banfield, Sandeson Testifies, NDA's and Bail Reform at Canadian Bar Association

I start this episode by discussing a visit I had with 4th year forensic psychology students at St. F.X., their thoughts on my Deficits of Trust report, and on the psychology of the killer, Gabriel Wortman. This week also saw the federal government file its defense to the lawsuit started by Wortman's spouse, Lisa Banfield. I discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the defense. The murder trial of William Sandeson took a dramatic turn this week, with Sandeson himself taking the stand and (for the first time) claiming that he shot Taylor Samson in self-defense. I go through he claims, and evaluate how the Crown's case is now looking, as well as what kind of special instruction the judge may now have to provide to the jury. This week in Canadian law, non-disclosure agreements and bail reform were under discussion at the Canadian Bar Association conference. Justice Minister Lametti suggested that the federal government will heed the calls from the opposition and the Premiers to make changes to our bail system for alleged offenses where guns are involved. I also review the change of plea for former MLA Hugh MacKay, the proposed class action lawsuit against the Canadian Hockey League, Dalhousie Law students claims of racism, and the Law Society of Alberta vote on mandatory education on indigenous legal culture and traditions.