Having previously resided in British Columbia, where Sikhs are exempt
from
wearing helmets, he said he didn't know it was against the law in
Ontario.
Court heard that Manitoba also makes the exemption as does the United
Kingdom, Hong Kong and India.
In an affidavit entered in court, Badesha said he had a "sincere" belief
that he was obligated under the tenets of his faith to wear a turban
at all
times when outside his home.
"We want an exemption for our religion," he said outside court.
Hutchison said Badesha would not be required to take off his turban
if he
went into a restaurant that had a requirement for people to take off
their
hats.
"The code would apply," he said.
Should Justice James Blacklock acquit Badesha on the grounds he was
discriminated against, Hutchison said it would not prohibit officers
from
laying charges against other Sikhs, who would have to seek similar
relief
from the courts.
The trial continues today.
Jon , tall guy with moustache
and two 200 MPH Club hats
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