Criminal Code of Canada Review

The Criminal Code of Canada is a federal statute that contains the majority of criminal laws passed by Parliament, and it lists all of the offenses, sentences imposed, and procedures to follow.

Actus Reus is the guilty act itself, and it demonstrates a voluntary action, omission, or state of being prohibited by law.

Parties to an offense are people not directly involved in a crime but are considered partly responsible for it, as they assist the perpetrator in committing the crime.

<p>An attempted crime is the intention to commit a crime, even when the crime is not completed, and it does not require Actus Reus but a guilty act begins when preparation turns into an attempted action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The standard of proof required in criminal trials is 'beyond a reasonable doubt', which means 101% sure that the person is guilty of the act.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Duty Counsel is a lawyer on duty in a courtroom or police station, and they provide free legal advice to persons arrested or brought before the court.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Witnesses testify in court to provide evidence in the case, and they can be called to give evidence by the prosecutor or by the defense.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The burden of proof is the Crown's obligation to prove the guilt of the accused beyond a reasonable doubt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To determine whether the accused should be detained or released before trial</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The centre is the immediate area where the offense was committed, while the perimeter is the surrounding area where evidence may be found.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is a guarantee that the accused will appear in court when required, with a penalty of up to $500 if they fail to do so.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To maintain a witnessed, written record of evidence handling by all individuals involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>General Intent refers to the intent to commit a criminal act, while Specific Intent refers to the intent to achieve a specific result.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It refers to the mental state of the accused, including intent, knowledge, and recklessness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It refers to the voluntary action or omission that results in harm or injury.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The act must be considered wrong by society, cause harm to society or individuals, and the harm must be serious.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>General intent refers to the desire to commit a wrongful act with no ulterior motive or purpose, whereas specific intent involves committing one wrongful act for the sake of accomplishing another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An aider is a party to an offense who assists or helps the perpetrator in committing the crime.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The judge ensures that the rules of the courtroom are followed and decides on the sentence if a guilty verdict is delivered.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The accused can plead guilty to a less serious charge, potentially reducing their sentence and liabilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Circumstantial evidence allows a judge or jury to infer a fact based on a set of known circumstances, whereas direct evidence involves eyewitness testimony or real evidence that proves a fact in question.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A weapon, tool, fingerprint, or blood sample can be used as physical evidence in a court case.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The defense counselor ensures that the accused's legal rights are protected throughout the trial.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The public may perceive that the criminal is getting off easy, leading to a loss of confidence in the justice system.</p> Signup and view all the answers