Judge to decide if transgender woman with history of sex crimes should go to women’s jail (opens original article in a new tab)

A judge is considering whether to move transgender inmate Amanda Cooper, who has a history of sex crimes, to a women's prison, following a legal challenge over her transfer from a men's institution.

• Judge to decide if transgender inmate with history of sex crimes should be moved to women's prison
• Corrections Canada moved Amanda Cooper from men's to women's institution, leading to legal review
• Legal arguments focus on safety risks, gender identity policies, and risk management