Lawyer says no proof of corruption needed at former clerk's trial at legislature
Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 02 Mar, 2022 04:16 PM
A lawyer for Craig James says there is no proof of corruption needed for a guilty verdict at the trial of the former clerk of the legislative assembly.
Gavin Cameron accused special prosecutors of trying to "rewrite history" in his closing arguments at James's trial in B-C Supreme Court on charges of fraud and breach of trust.
They relate to his claim of a 258-thousand-dollar retirement allowance, his role in the purchase and storage of a wood splitter and trailer and his personal expense claims.
But Cameron argues James's claims were overseen by multiple responsible individuals who never once suggested there was fraud or crime.
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