(The unanimous decision upholds legislation passed eight years ago by lawmakers in British Columbia that allowed the province to seek restitution for health care costs related to smoking for the last 50 years and for future costs.) We are very appreciative of this opportunity to hold the tobacco industry to account for its destructive products, ... That it was unanimous indicates the power of this ruling.
- George AbbottGiven that this was not a criminal matter, restitution does not apply in this situation. Also, there were no attorney fees (involved).
- Stephanie JonesDefendant does not intend to profit in any way from the Oklahoma City bombing tragedy and in the event this court imposes no fine, or a nominal fine, and does not order restitution to exceed $4,100, the defendant will sign and file with the court an agreement and promise not to profit from the Oklahoma City bombing tragedy.
- Michael McGuireTrials are no longer about freeing the innocent, punishing the guilty, and making restitution to the injured. They have devolved into a contest over who will win.
- Tammy BruceWe regret that Canary was given special treatment, ... It should not have happened. We continue to work to determine whether One Group investors were financially harmed by this trading -- and if they were, we will make full restitution.
- Angie CunninghamThe government is very pleased that the victims are getting restitution in full,
- Anne AustinI had to go back to work, earn money, support myself, and also start putting funds together to pay the restitution '” which I paid,
- Anthony Godinich