Defending Your Home Shouldn’t Turn You Into a Criminal
The law should protect Canadians who defend their families, not leave them facing prosecution.
TL;DR
- Manitoba NDP MLA Billie Cross made a controversial statement during a debate on Bill 210.
- She suggested retail workers should allow theft, stating property is replaceable and insured.
- Bill 210 concerns civil lawsuits by criminal trespassers against property owners.
- Cross later apologized for her expression, clarifying that theft is wrong and should be punished.