Saskatchewan Party Proposes Expanded Police Powers to Tackle Public Nuisances

Scott Moe pledges legislative changes to empower police and address rising crime if re-elected as premier.

Saskatchewan Party Leader Scott Moe plans to amend laws to give police more authority in dealing with intoxication, vandalism, and disturbances.
Business owners could designate police as authorized representatives to remove individuals from premises without case-by-case permission.
The proposed legislation aims to address issues with abandoned buildings frequently targeted by trespassers.
Moe highlights his government's record of increasing law enforcement personnel, including funding for 180 new RCMP positions.
Opposition NDP, led by Carla Beck, criticizes Moe's crime record and proposes reallocating funds to hire more Mounties and expand detox services.