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Former Alberta Justice Minister Kaycee Madu Faces Law Society Sanction

Kaycee Madu is found guilty of undermining public trust after contacting Edmonton's police chief over a traffic ticket.

Kaycee Madu, Minister of Skilled Trades and Professions speaks at an announcement in Calgary, Alta., Friday, April 14, 2023. Former Alberta Justice Minister Kaycee Madu will be sanctioned by the provincial law society after it was determined he attempted to interfere in the administration of justice in 2021 when he phoned Edmonton's police chief immediately after receiving a traffic ticket. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

Overview

  • The Law Society of Alberta concluded that Kaycee Madu's actions undermined respect for the justice system.
  • Madu called the Edmonton police chief after receiving a distracted driving ticket, raising concerns about racial profiling.
  • The committee found no evidence supporting Madu's claims and determined his actions were an abuse of power.
  • Potential sanctions for Madu include suspension or disbarment, with a decision pending from the law society.
  • Madu was removed from his justice minister role in 2022 and later served as labour minister and deputy premier.