Talk:Casavant v British Columbia

Accuracy of BCCOS appointments.
BCCOS officers are appointed under s. 9 of the provincial police act. They are appointed "without limitation" and hold de facto unrestricted police powers and authorities. They also hold constabulary office by appointment and at common law. The edits to this page previously were both misleading to the public and not accurate nor founded in law. As constables, BCCOS officers have authority and a public duty to act independently and refuse all unlawful orders given. Disciplinary default only arises where the constable disobeys "without lawful excuse". A legitimate and valid reason for not following a remotely given directive will not result in a disciplinary default. All disciplinary matters relating to constabulary duties must be addressed under the police act. No court has determined the reason for Mr. Casavant's dismissal. Only that the process engaged was not lawful and that other allegations were raised, but not determined to be valid or invalid. Further, that as a result of the unlawful process Mr. Casavant has never had an opportunity to defend his actions. The Province of BC has also never publicly stated the reasons for dismissal and currently denies Mr. Casavant was ever dismissed. 207.23.99.20 (talk) 21:31, 12 September 2023 (UTC)


 * Citation 6 is a nullified citation and no longer good law. BCCA 2020 159. 96.54.103.35 (talk) 22:49, 23 October 2023 (UTC)