Criminal Justice System Chapter 2

<p>Social welfare programs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By enforcing laws and administering sentences. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Providing social services to at-risk individuals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce the occurrence of crime by addressing its underlying causes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Providing rehabilitation programs for offenders (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The effectiveness of specific policies and programs (A), The extent to which the system addresses the needs of crime victims and their families (C), The ability of the system to prevent and respond to crime (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their social and economic circumstances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By assuming all crimes are sensational (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Swiftly processing cases through the courts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>There must be certainty of punishment (B), People must be aware of the legal sanctions that will be applied if they engage in certain behaviours (C), The sanction must be applied swiftly when a crime is committed (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Clearly outlining the rules and procedures of the system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Establishing minimum sentencing guidelines for specific crimes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Media only focuses on sensational crimes (A), Media presents crime as more common than it actually is (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Protecting individual liberties and freedoms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The total number of crimes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enhancing public awareness of the functions of the justice system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Addressing the underlying social factors that contribute to crime (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Constitution Act, 1867 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Social Welfare System (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Proof beyond a reasonable doubt (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Crime control and Due Process (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Crime Control Model (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Due Process Model (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure the accused receives a fair trial (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prove the guilt of the accused beyond a reasonable doubt (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To determine the guilt or innocence of the accused (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An incident triggers the police system, which leads to the criminal court system, and potentially, corrections and parole (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ability of criminal justice personnel to make decisions based on their own judgment. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The behavior of criminal justice personnel, the activities of criminal justice organizations, and the aggregate characteristics of the criminal justice system. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The cultural, geographic, and community setting in which the criminal justice system operates. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ethics are important because they provide a framework for making decisions in complex situations where the law may not be clear-cut. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Accountability is important to ensure that criminal justice personnel are held responsible for their actions. (A), Accountability is important to ensure that the public has confidence and trust in the criminal justice system. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Public confidence and trust are necessary for the criminal justice system to be effective. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The law, policies, personal beliefs, task environment, and ethical considerations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Police departments, correctional facilities, and courts. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Racism, inequality, and poverty. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ethics help to ensure that all criminal justice personnel act in a professional manner, especially with their discretion. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The system involving agencies and personnel for crime prevention and response.

Different levels of government involved in criminal justice administration.

Describes the decreasing number of cases as they progress through the system.

The authority to make decisions based on judgment in criminal cases.

Moral principles governing the behavior of criminal justice professionals.

The ability of the criminal justice system to discourage crime through punishment.

A method aiming to repair harm caused by crime through dialogue and restitution.

The aim of the criminal justice system is to ensure justice for victims, offenders, and the community while respecting their rights and ensuring public safety.

The primary goals include promoting respect for law, timely processes, fairness, crime prevention, and transparency.

Encouraging adherence to legal standards and principles among citizens and institutions.

Ensuring that justice processes happen without unnecessary delays, so cases are resolved efficiently.

Focusing on the needs and circumstances of marginalized groups within the criminal justice system.

Acknowledging and tackling the underlying social issues that contribute to criminal behavior.

Minimizing the risk of wrongfully convicting innocent individuals within the legal process.

Initiatives and actions taken to deter crime before it occurs.

Governments at different levels, federal and provincial, manage and enforce criminal laws as outlined in the Constitution Act of 1867.

Governments responsible for law enforcement and administering justice.

A perspective prioritizing community protection and offender apprehension in justice.

A perspective prioritizing legal rights of individuals, including suspects, in justice.

A criminal justice system where defense and prosecution present cases to a neutral judge or jury.

The standard of evidence required for conviction in criminal cases.

The principle that an accused person is considered innocent until proven guilty.

The obligation to prove one's assertion, typically on the prosecution in a trial.

The sequence of events as a criminal case progresses through the justice system.

The part of the justice system where criminal cases are adjudicated.

The part of the justice system responsible for managing offenders after conviction.

News media often exaggerates crime rates and types of violence.

Media portrays crime and justice issues overly simply, ignoring complexities.

Public trust in the criminal justice system is vital for its effectiveness.

Factors include public trust, response capability, and victim support.

Effective deterrence requires awareness, certainty, and swift punishment.

Study of various aspects of the criminal justice system's operation.

Individuals such as police officers who enforce laws.

The freedom to choose between different options in decision-making.

The cultural and community context in which criminal justice operates.

The obligation of criminal justice personnel to answer for their actions.

The trust the public places in the criminal justice system.

How the public views and understands the criminal justice system.

Societal issues influencing the criminal justice system.

Various influences that affect choices made by personnel.