BAD DECISIONSA Result of Faulty Information

About Criminal Justice

Doug Heckbert

Offenders & Victims

Poor decisions based on information that is:

• Wrong

• Faulty

• Incorrect

• Incomplete

ELAINE

Six months probation for “stealing” a bra

Youth Records

“My record goes away when I turn 18”

Victims

“The Justice System is for criminals. There is nothing for victims”

Our Professional Reputation

Stupid Judge

Racist Probation Officer

I work for the government

Parole should not be given on demand: parole should earned

Political

My MP: “I have survey results in my office from my constituents”.

Federal Ministers: “ We are listening to Canadians”.

RESEARCH

What have we learned?

What can be done

What have I done?

Some ideas/suggestions