Military Bans Uniforms From Civilian Trials Following Fortin Criticism

Military Bans Uniforms From Civilian Trials Following Fortin Criticism
Maj.-Gen. Dany Fortin, right, arrives with his wife Madeleine Collin at a Gatineau, Que. courthouse on Oct. 25, 2022. The Canadian Press/Spencer Colby
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The Canadian Armed Forces is cracking down on the wearing of uniforms and medals in civilian courts, saying such attire will be banned from non-military trials except in certain circumstances.

The move announced by vice-chief of the defence staff Lt.-Gen. Frances Allen follows outrage over Maj.-Gen. Dany Fortin’s decision to wear his uniform and medals during his sexual assault trial in civilian court.