OPPOSE excessive sentencing and property seizures - Chris Barber and Tamara Lich


OPPOSE excessive sentencing and property seizures - Chris Barber and Tamara Lich
The Issue
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We, the undersigned Canadian citizens and supporters of civil liberties, firmly oppose the Crown prosecutor's recommendation for a two-year prison sentence and the seizure of private property in the case against two of the Freedom Convoy organizers.
WHEREAS:
The Crown prosecutor has recommended a two-year incarceration period for peaceful protest activities;
The Crown is seeking the unprecedented seizure and destruction/auction of a personal vehicle that is not only of significant historical and personal value, but also serves as the primary means of livelihood for its owner, Chris Barber;
These proposed penalties appear disproportionate to the nature of the alleged offenses;
Such severe penalties risk creating a chilling effect on Canadians' willingness to exercise their democratic rights of assembly and expression;
The seizure of personal property with deep sentimental value and means of livelihood constitutes punishment that extends beyond reasonable legal consequences.
THEREFORE:
We, the undersigned, respectfully call upon:
The presiding judge to reject the Crown's excessive sentencing recommendations;
The Ministry of Justice to review the proportionality of the prosecution's approach in this case;
All relevant authorities to affirm the protected status of peaceful protest in Canadian society;
Our elected representatives to ensure that our justice system is not used as a tool to discourage legitimate political expression and the pursuit of intimidation.
We believe that a just and democratic Canada must protect the rights of citizens to peaceful assembly and expression, even when those expressions challenge government policies or positions.
10,879
The Issue
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We, the undersigned Canadian citizens and supporters of civil liberties, firmly oppose the Crown prosecutor's recommendation for a two-year prison sentence and the seizure of private property in the case against two of the Freedom Convoy organizers.
WHEREAS:
The Crown prosecutor has recommended a two-year incarceration period for peaceful protest activities;
The Crown is seeking the unprecedented seizure and destruction/auction of a personal vehicle that is not only of significant historical and personal value, but also serves as the primary means of livelihood for its owner, Chris Barber;
These proposed penalties appear disproportionate to the nature of the alleged offenses;
Such severe penalties risk creating a chilling effect on Canadians' willingness to exercise their democratic rights of assembly and expression;
The seizure of personal property with deep sentimental value and means of livelihood constitutes punishment that extends beyond reasonable legal consequences.
THEREFORE:
We, the undersigned, respectfully call upon:
The presiding judge to reject the Crown's excessive sentencing recommendations;
The Ministry of Justice to review the proportionality of the prosecution's approach in this case;
All relevant authorities to affirm the protected status of peaceful protest in Canadian society;
Our elected representatives to ensure that our justice system is not used as a tool to discourage legitimate political expression and the pursuit of intimidation.
We believe that a just and democratic Canada must protect the rights of citizens to peaceful assembly and expression, even when those expressions challenge government policies or positions.
10,879
Supporter Voices
Petition created on April 17, 2025