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The lawyer for accused polygamist Winston Blackmore is in B.C. Supreme Court Monday, arguing that the charge against him should be dismissed because of an abuse of process.
Mr. Blackmore, the self-styled “Bishop of Bountiful,” is accused of having multiple wives.
His lawyer, Joe Arvay, said yesterday that, if the application to stay the charge is rejected, he will argue that the government should pay for Blackmore’s legal fees to defend himself.
Blackmore was refused legal aid and has written in his blog that he feels the taxpayer should pick up the tab for his legal bills because he is fighting a constitutional battle for religious freedom.
James Oler, Blackmore’s bitter rival, is also facing one count of polygamy.
Mr. Oler’s charge likely will be dismissed if Mr. Blackmore’s court challenge succeeds.
Source/Full Story: theprovince.com
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Winston Blackmore’s charges will be dropped. Canada is just finding out Polygamy is already legal in one province. Saskatchewan has legalized Polygamy under section 51 of the Family Property Act,
All Canadians must receive equal treatment under the Federal laws of Canada and as such, Winston Blackmore must have his charges dropped and then sue for religeous persecution.