Citizen Rights and Criminal Law Concepts
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In the context of criminal law, automatism implies a guilty mind.

False (B)

A person can always use intoxication as a valid legal defense for committing a crime.

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Mistake of law and mistake of fact are the same and have the same legal implications.

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Direct evidence is when the witness hears about the crime from a different person.

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A quasi-criminal offense is considered a very serious crime.

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A citizen's arrest can be made for any minor offenses.

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In a legal context, the 'complainant' is the accused in a legal case.

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The Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) applies to individuals between the ages of 14 and 19.

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Habeas Corpus

The right to go before a judge if you're arrested.

Automatism

Acting without knowing, like sleepwalking.

Fundamental Freedoms

Basic rights protected by the law.

Defensive Necessity

A defense where someone committed a crime because they were in a dangerous situation.

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Provincial Government

The level of government responsible for provincial laws and services.

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Testifying

Explaining what happened in court.

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Intoxication Defense

A defense that claims you were so drunk you didn't know what you were doing.

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Hammurabi's Code

A set of rules written by Hammurabi, an ancient Babylonian King. These were very strict and harsh.

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Study Notes

Citizen's Duties and Rights

  • Citizens have a duty to assist police with arrests for serious crimes.
  • Quebec's civil code mirrors French law.
  • Hammurabi's Code was an ancient set of strict laws.
  • Fundamental freedoms are the basic human rights.
  • The "centre" is the crime scene, while the "perimeter" surrounds it.
  • Levels of government include federal, provincial, and municipal.
  • The Constitution Act outlines government powers.

Criminal Law Concepts

  • Automatism is acting without awareness, like sleepwalking.
  • Charter legal rights are protected by the Charter.
  • Intoxication is not always a valid defense.
  • Automatism eliminates the "mens rea," (guilty mind).
  • Provincial courts handle crimes under two years less a day. Federal courts handle crimes exceeding that threshold.
  • Direct discrimination is clear and unfair treatment.
  • Habeas Corpus guarantees the right to a court hearing for those imprisoned.
  • A mistake of fact involves wrong information, whereas a mistake of law relates to misunderstanding a rule.
  • Direct evidence is when a witness observes the crime firsthand.
  • Quasi-criminal offences are minor crimes, such as speeding violations.
  • A citizen's arrest is usually limited to serious (indictable) crimes.
  • Aiding and abetting involves assisting or encouraging a crime.
  • Each province maintains its police force.
  • In strict liability offences, a defendant can prove they weren't negligent.
  • Juries in Ontario are typically used for serious cases.
  • Summary, hybrid, and indictable offences classify crimes based on severity.
  • Complainant (accuser) and respondent (accused) are key legal figures.
  • Types of law include domestic, international, public, and private law.
  • Testifying is giving evidence in court.
  • The Charter and human rights protect core legal rights. Prohibited discrimination is illegal in Ontario.
  • The YCJA (Youth Criminal Justice Act) applies to those aged 12-17.

Court Proceedings and Procedures

  • Judge-only trials are often faster than jury trials.
  • An appearance notice informs someone of their court date.
  • Defensive necessity is a legal defense for actions taken in emergencies.
  • Private law concerns personal and family matters.
  • Interveners are third-party participants in a case.
  • The jury system originates in Britain.
  • Mental disorders can affect criminal responsibility.
  • Provocation is not a defense for murder.
  • A pre-sentence report is created by a probation officer before sentencing.
  • Double jeopardy prevents multiple charges for the same crime.

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This quiz explores the essential duties and rights of citizens within the context of criminal law. Delve into legal codes, frameworks, and key concepts such as automatism, discrimination, and the Charter of Rights. Test your knowledge on the responsibilities citizens have in relation to the law and their legal protections.

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