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Which characteristic best describes Aboriginal Law?

  • Emphasis on punitive justice
  • Restoration of community (correct)
  • Judicial precedents
  • Inquisitorial method

    • French law relies on judicial precedents set by judges.

    False

    What is the primary method used in Canadian Criminal Trials?

    Adversarial method

    The legal system that is based on the principle of ____ is British Common Law.

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

    Match the areas of Public Law with their descriptions:

    <p>Criminal Law = Violations of the criminal code Constitutional Law = Issues involving rights and government power limitations Administrative Law = Regulations involving government agencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area falls under Substantive Law?

    <p>Criminal Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Common Law is not utilized in the current legal system.

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

    Define the term 'inquisitorial method' in the context of French Law.

    <p>A legal process where the judge plays an active role in investigating the case.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a perceived advantage of retribution?

    <p>Justice for the victims and their families</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Reformation aims to achieve justice for the victims of crime.

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

    What is one potential disadvantage of restorative justice?

    <p>Offenders and victims must agree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The approach that focuses on reintegrating offenders into society is called _________.

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

    Match the concepts to their pros:

    <p>Retribution = Justice for victims Reformation = Increased success of parole Restorative Justice = Lower recidivism with behavioral changes Punishment = Punishment for the sake of punishment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a con of reformation?

    <p>Seen as too lenient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    One of the goals of restorative justice is for offenders to take more responsibility for their actions.

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

    What is an example of a situation that would be analyzed through the concept of the Rule of Law?

    <p>Ryan protesting and obstructing the highway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of law governs the distribution of a person's property after death?

    <p>Estate Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'Act of God' defense can be used to claim that an accident was caused by an extraordinary, unexpected natural event.

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

    What is the main principle behind the 'Duty of Care' concept in Canadian law?

    <p>All Canadians are expected to act with reasonable care to avoid harming others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ___ law aims to protect the rights of consumers and the general public.

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

    Match the following legal areas with their descriptions:

    <p>Contract Law = Governs agreements between people and companies for goods or services Property Law = Covers physical and intellectual property ownership and rights Estate Law = Handles distribution of property after death Commercial Law = Regulates businesses, contracts, and transactions of goods and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'standard of care' in negligence cases refers to the highest level of caution expected in any situation.

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

    Which of these is NOT a characteristic of private matters handled under Contract Law?

    <p>Open to public scrutiny</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the purpose of the 'duty of care' principle in relation to the prevention of harm.

    <p>The 'duty of care' encourages individuals and organizations to act responsibly, considering potential risks and taking steps to avoid causing harm to others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Magna Carta?

    <p>To limit the power of the monarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Common Law is created solely by legislative acts.

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

    What does retribution in law refer to?

    <p>Punishment based on a sense of payback or vengeance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ Law governs the processes of law that take place in courts and police.

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

    Which legal foundation established consistency in the legal process?

    <p>Common Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Jurisdiction determines the parameters within which power or authority may be exercised.

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

    Match the legal concepts to their definitions:

    <p>Common Law = Law developed through judicial decisions Code of Hammurabi = The earliest known codified laws Restitution = Compensation for the victim of a crime Procedural Law = Rules governing legal processes in courts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does a judge play in the adversarial system?

    <p>Minimal role as a referee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Supreme Court of Canada rule in Rodriguez v. B.C. regarding assisted suicide?

    <p>It violated section 7(a) of the Charter, the right to life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Notwithstanding Clause permits parliaments to override certain areas of the Charter.

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

    What legal case recognized that individuals cannot use freedom of speech as a shield for hate speech?

    <p>R v Keegstra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Immigration Act of 1976 introduced a point system to measure potential immigrants' ability to establish themselves in Canada based on their ______.

    <p>unique values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following cases with their key outcomes:

    <p>R v Keegstra = Hate speech is not protected by freedom of speech Rodriguez v B.C. = Right to assisted suicide was debated R v Vriend = Discrimination in employment was addressed R v Big M Drug Mart = Sunday closing laws were challenged</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What special status is not recognized according to the failure of the White Paper?

    <p>Special status of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Lord’s Day Act was struck down by the Supreme Court due to its discriminatory nature.

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

    In which case was it established that Canadians could not use freedom of speech to protect hate speech?

    <p>R v Keegstra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the Rule of Law?

    <p>To ensure that everyone is treated fairly by the criminal justice system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Inquisitorial System is characterized by a passive role of the judge.

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

    What is the significance of the Rule of Law?

    <p>It ensures that no one is above the law and that everyone is treated equally.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The purpose of ______________ is to apply treatments and training to offenders to help them reintegrate into society.

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

    Match the following cases with their significance:

    <p>R v Morgentaler = Legalization of abortion in Canada Sauvé v Canada = Voting rights for imprisoned individuals The White Paper = Aimed to reverse the Indian Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was The White Paper aimed at?

    <p>Reversing the Indian Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Greek Law significantly influenced modern democratic practices.

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

    What is the Oakes Test used for?

    <p>To determine the constitutionality of laws based on reasonable limits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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