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First Nations Courts are often held in a circle with the Judge, Elders, offender, prosecutor, defence lawyer, support people and (sometimes) the victim all participating. | First Nations Courts are often held in a circle with the Judge, Elders, offender, prosecutor, defence lawyer, support people and (sometimes) the victim all participating. | ||
So far, there are four First Nations Court in BC | So far, there are four First Nations Court in BC: New Westminster, Kamloops, Duncan and North Vancouver. Others may be opened over the next few years. | ||
Things to consider before you choose First Nations Court: | Things to consider before you choose First Nations Court: | ||
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*[[Native Courtworkers]] provides culturally appropriate services to Aboriginal people involved in the criminal justice system. | *[[Native Courtworkers]] provides culturally appropriate services to Aboriginal people involved in the criminal justice system. | ||
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