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Habitual Offender Act
The Habitual Offenders Act was passed in 1947 and is the roots of Canadas Dangerous Offender legislation. -
Criminal Sexual Psychopath Act
Introduced into legislation a year after the roots of the dangerous offender legislation was introduced. -
Title of "Dangerous Offender"
In 1977 the title of "dangerous offender" replaced both "habitual offender" and "dangerous sexual offender" -
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About 90 "Dangerous Offenders" in Canada
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Marlene Moore designated "Dangerous Offender"
In 1988, Marlene Moore became the first woman in Canada to be designated a "dangerous offender". -
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About 170 more "Dangerous Offenders" designated
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Paul Bernardo designated "Dangerous Offender"
In November of 1995, Paul Bernardo was designated a Dangerous Offender, meaning he will most-likely spend the rest of his life in prison. (exact date not gven) -
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About 250 more "Dangerous Offenders" designated
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351 Active Offenders
As of July 2006, there were 351 active offenders with the Dangerous Offender designation. Of these offenders, 18 have received parole and 333 are currently incarcerated. (exact date not given) -
Legislation Change Introduction
On this day, the Canadian governmet introduced new legislation to have a 3rd time offender prove that they were not a danger to the public, instead of having to prove that they were one. -
Legislation Change Passed
On this day, the Canadian governmet passed legislation to have a 3rd time offender prove that they were not a danger to the public, instead of having to prove that they were one. (exact date not shown)