Canadian Law Quiz

False (B)

Precedent is used by lawyers to argue for specific outcomes of cases based on previous rulings.

<p>contract</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Constitutional Law = Government powers, citizen rights Criminal Law = Identifies crimes and prescribes punishments Tort Law = Damages caused by persons or private organizations Family Law = Deals with marriage, divorce, child custody</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Substantive Statute Law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They create Statute Law through acts passed by Parliament or provincial legislatures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Society is regulated by set guidelines. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To resolve disputes fairly and maintain order and justice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>revenge</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mosaic Law (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The requirement for laws to be recorded and the use of specialized legal advisers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Code of Hammurabi = First recorded laws based on retribution and restitution Justinian's Code = Clarified and revised version of Roman Law, forming the basis of modern Civil Law Napoleonic Code = Made law accessible to the public, regulating civil matters Mosaic Law = Biblical law that considered whether an action was deliberate or accidental</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Freedom of Travel (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>mobility</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>French and English</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Every five years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Punishing an offender to avenge the crime. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mobility Rights = Right to move, remain in, and leave any province Notwithstanding Clause = Allows governments to pass laws exempt from certain Charter sections Democratic Rights = Right to vote and run for office Limiting Rights = Charter rights can be restricted if the limits are important enough</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>If the limits are important enough</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>to help offenders function in society</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>probation</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Conditional Sentence = Prison sentence served in the community with strict terms Concurrent Sentence = Prison sentences served at the same time Consecutive Sentence = Prison sentences served one after the other Intermittent Sentence = Sentences served in intervals (weekends/nights)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Restitution (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>to hold an offender for an indefinite period of time</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The right to a public trial with their name published. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To handle cases of young people between the ages of 12 and 18 who have been charged with a criminal offense.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>probation</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The youth's academic performance. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Challenge for Cause = Excluding potential jurors for a particular reason (e.g., bias, incapability, criminal history). Peremptory Challenge = Excluding potential jurors without providing a reason. Double Jeopardy = The legal doctrine that an accused person cannot be tried twice for the same offense. Assigned Youth Worker = A probation officer appointed to monitor a youth's progress in the community.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The youth spends two-thirds of the sentence in custody and the last third in the community under supervision. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Conferences</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To hold young offenders accountable with the same penalties as adults for serious crimes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Special Damages</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Specific Performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pecuniary Damages = Monetary compensation for calculable losses Non-Pecuniary Damages = Compensation for non-monetary losses that are difficult to quantify Punitive Damages = Damages imposed to punish the defendant for reprehensible conduct Nominal Damages = Minimal compensation to show recognition of the complaint</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The defendant intentionally caused harm to the plaintiff. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Garnishment</p> Signup and view all the answers

A rule created by someone with authority, like a teacher or parent, and must be followed by those under their authority.

A legal rule made by the government using specific procedures and applies to everyone in the society.

The principle that ensures the law applies equally to everyone, preventing arbitrary power and promoting fairness.

The Code of Hammurabi is the first recorded set of laws, created by King Hammurabi of Babylon. It focuses on retribution (revenge) and restitution (compensation) for wrongdoings.

Mosaic Law, also known as the 10 Commandments, is a set of laws outlined in the Bible. It considers the intention behind an action when determining punishment, focusing on deliberate vs. accidental.

Justinian's Code is a revised and clarified version of Roman law, compiled by 10 experts. It laid the foundation for modern Civil Law.

Judicial decisions in court cases that establish precedents for future similar cases.

Common Law is a legal system based on precedents set by judicial decisions, where judges use previous rulings as references for similar cases.

Rules that establish the basic framework of the Canadian government and divide power between federal and provincial levels.

Laws created by elected representatives through a formal process in Parliament or provincial legislatures.

Laws created by municipalities to regulate local issues.

Laws that regulate disputes between citizens and the government, including areas like constitutional rights, administrative actions, and criminal offenses.

Laws that regulate disputes between individuals and organizations, covering areas like property rights, contracts, and family matters.

Deals with damages caused by individuals or organizations to others.

Governs agreements between individuals and businesses.

A sentence where the convicted offender is released, with the possibility of erasing their record after one year.

Allows an offender to live in the community under supervision. A breach of probation can lead to imprisonment or fines.

A sentence that is decided but not carried out if the offender meets certain conditions.

Sentences of less than 90 days served in intervals, usually on weekends or at night. Ideal for non-violent offenders with steady employment and family dependence.

When a sentence is imposed, but its exact duration is not determined. The offender can be held for an indefinite period.

Prison sentences that can be served in the community with strict terms and rehabilitation programs attached.

Prison sentences served at the same time.

Prison sentences served one after the other.

The right to believe and practice any religion, or none at all, without fear of persecution. This includes the freedom to express your religious beliefs through worship, teaching, and sharing.

This freedom allows you to hold your own thoughts and ideas, and express them freely through various means like writing, speaking, art, or music. This right is fundamental to a democratic society.

The right to gather peacefully with others for shared causes or interests. This includes joining groups like unions, political parties, cultural organizations, or sporting teams.

This right ensures that all citizens can participate in the political process by voting and running for office. It also outlines the regular election cycle and the necessity of parliamentary gatherings.

The right to move freely within Canada, enter and leave the country, and be protected from extradition (being sent to another country to face charges).

This right protects individuals involved in the criminal justice system, ensuring fair treatment throughout the process. It includes the right to a fair trial, protection against unreasonable searches and seizures, and due process.

A clause that allows federal or provincial governments to pass laws that can temporarily override certain rights, as long as there are specific and compelling reasons. These exceptions are limited in time and scope.

This right establishes French and English as Canada's official languages, ensuring equal access to government services and public institutions. It also guarantees certain language rights for minorities.

A legal doctrine that prevents someone from being tried twice for the same offence.

A legal representative appointed by the court to monitor a youth's progress in the community, following a court order.

A meeting held with a youth, their family, and other involved parties to determine if alternative sentences are more appropriate than court-imposed ones.

A special court tasked with handling cases involving young people between the ages of 12 and 18 who face criminal charges.

Challenging potential jurors for a specific reason to remove them, such as bias or a criminal record.

Removing potential jurors without providing a reason, giving the accused more power.

A sentence involving confinement in a secure facility, often for serious offences committed by youth, with the aim of correcting behaviour.

A type of lawsuit involving disputes between individuals or companies, dealing with areas like contracts, property, family matters, and more.

A court order demanding a party to fulfill the terms of a contract.

A court order restricting or preventing an action.

A court order requiring a third party to pay money owed by the defendant to the plaintiff.

Careless conduct causing foreseeable harm to another.

A key factor in negligence cases. Did the defendant have a responsibility to protect the plaintiff from harm?

A key factor in negligence cases, asking if the defendant acted with the same level of care as a reasonable person would in a similar situation.