Turley Affidavit in Canadian Polygamy Case

I previously posted notice of my retention as a legal expert in the polygamy case before the British Columbia Supreme Court — a case that is being watched closely around the world. My office has received a number of requests for the affidavit, which I have been informed is now part of the public record and is linked below.

I will be discussing this subject further in a law review article that I am working on. Obviously, an academic always feels he has more to say on such a subject. It is a fascinating case with obviously great implications — not just for Canada but around the world.

While B.C. Attorney-General Mike de Jong has included me on a witness list, it is not clear if I will actually be called for live testimony in light of this lengthy sworn statement.

Here is the affidavit: Turley Affidavit

IN THE MATTER OF:
THE CONSTITUTIONAL QUESTION ACT, R.S.B.C. 1986, c. 68
AND IN THE MATTER OF:
THE CANADIAN CHARTER OF RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS
AND IN THE MATTER OF:
A REFERENCE BY THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR IN COUNCIL SET OUT IN ORDER IN COUNCIL NO. 533 DATED OCTOBER 22, 2009 CONCERNING THE CONSTITUTIONALITY OF S. 293 OF THE CRIMINAL CODE OF CANADA, R.S.C. 1985, c. C-46

Jonathan Turley