BC Crown Says Recent Documents Identified Could Be ‘Exculpatory’ in James Case

BC Crown Says Recent Documents Identified Could Be ‘Exculpatory’ in James Case
Craig James, former clerk of the British Columbia legislature, leaves B.C. Supreme Court during a break from his trial in Vancouver, on Jan. 26, 2022. The Canadian Press/Darryl Dyck
The Canadian Press
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VANCOUVER—A surprise disclosure temporarily delayed proceedings at the B.C. Supreme Court trial of the former clerk of the legislature Thursday, while a key witness shed light on the controversial purchase of a wood splitter “for emergencies” that was stored at the clerk’s home.

Craig James is accused of misspending public money for personal gain and has pleaded not guilty to two counts of fraud over $5,000 and three counts of breach of trust by a public officer.