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The ______ of Hammurabi is one of the earliest written legal codes.
The ______ of Hammurabi is one of the earliest written legal codes.
Code
The ______ of law ensures that no one is above the law and that laws apply equally to everyone.
The ______ of law ensures that no one is above the law and that laws apply equally to everyone.
rule
The ______ Act is a significant piece of Canadian legislation that outlines rights and freedoms.
The ______ Act is a significant piece of Canadian legislation that outlines rights and freedoms.
Charter
In Canada, laws can be categorized into ______ law and civil law.
In Canada, laws can be categorized into ______ law and civil law.
The ______ Code of Canada outlines all criminal offenses and their respective penalties.
The ______ Code of Canada outlines all criminal offenses and their respective penalties.
The legal concept of ______ refers to the intent behind committing a crime.
The legal concept of ______ refers to the intent behind committing a crime.
A ______ is a legal document authorizing police to make an arrest.
A ______ is a legal document authorizing police to make an arrest.
In the trial procedure, a ______ is a process to select jurors.
In the trial procedure, a ______ is a process to select jurors.
A ______ is a statement given by a victim that outlines how a crime has impacted their life.
A ______ is a statement given by a victim that outlines how a crime has impacted their life.
The concept of ______ allows an individual to have their criminal record erased or sealed.
The concept of ______ allows an individual to have their criminal record erased or sealed.
Flashcards
What are Laws?
What are Laws?
A set of rules that are enforced by a governing body and apply to everyone within a particular jurisdiction.
How are Laws Made?
How are Laws Made?
Laws are created by governments, courts, or other authorized bodies.
What is the Rule of Law?
What is the Rule of Law?
A legal principle that states that all people, including those in power, are subject to the same laws. No one is above the law.
What are Quasi-Criminal Laws?
What are Quasi-Criminal Laws?
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What is the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
What is the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
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Mens Rea
Mens Rea
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Actus Reus & Mens Rea
Actus Reus & Mens Rea
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Rights on Being Detained/Arrested
Rights on Being Detained/Arrested
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Preliminary Hearing
Preliminary Hearing
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Bail Hearing
Bail Hearing
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Study Notes
Unit 1 - Introduction to Law
- Laws differ from rules, with rules generally being specific and less formal
- Laws are necessary for establishing order and justice
- Early legal systems, like the Code of Hammurabi, influenced modern law
- Common law relies on precedents set by previous court decisions
- The rule of law ensures everyone is subject to the law
- Laws are categorized into various types, including criminal, civil, and constitutional law
Unit 2 - Making and Enforcing Law
- Law-making processes include statutes, legislation at different levels, and judicial review
- The Statute of Westminster and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms are significant Canadian legal documents.
- Charter sections (2, 7, and 15) outline fundamental rights.
- Police powers differ at different government levels
- Legislation like the Canadian Bill of Rights and the BNA Act/Constitution Act 1982 play key roles
Unit 3 - Criminal Law
- Criminal law addresses unacceptable behaviour
- Quasi-criminal laws are similar to criminal offences yet are handled differently.
- Criminal offences are categorized as summary, indictable, or hybrid.
- Actus reus and mens rea are crucial elements in criminal charges
- Motive is not the sole factor for determining guilt in criminal cases
- Criminal cases involve various processes like arrest, trial, and sentencing
- Key legal concepts include warrants, rights of the accused, and defence strategies.
- Important court cases and concepts include the David Milgaard/Steven Truscott cases and diplomatic immunity.
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Explore the foundational concepts of law, including the differences between laws and rules, historical influences, and the importance of the rule of law. The quiz also covers the law-making processes, significant Canadian legal documents, and the fundamental aspects of criminal law. Test your knowledge on these essential legal principles!
