LAWS 245 Canadian Justice Week 10 Quiz

What is the role of the police in the criminal trial process?

Acting as society's investigative representatives

Who is considered a party to the criminal trial according to the text?

The Victim

What must the police have before believing that a behavior fits within a criminal statute?

Reasonable and probable grounds

Who is presumed innocent until the charge is proven in court?

The Accused Signup and view all the answers

Where are trials held according to the text?

In open court for public attendance Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms according to the text?

To protect individuals from government actions that may restrict rights and freedoms Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Section 52(1) of the Constitution Act of Canada?

It establishes that Canadian laws inconsistent with the Constitution have no legal effect Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the Charter focuses on potential remedies for infringed rights?

Section 24(1) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Section 24(2) in the Charter?

To exclude evidence gathered in violation of rights or that undermines justice Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the 'Legal Rights' captures the right to protection from unreasonable search?

Section 8 Signup and view all the answers

What do Section 11 of the 'Legal Rights' encompass?

Rights of a person charged with an offence Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the Charter addresses 'the Principles of Fundamental Justice'?

Section 7 Signup and view all the answers

What type of offenses are crimes and quasi-crimes considered to be according to the text?

Offenses against the state Signup and view all the answers

Why would a court review an administrative decision?

To ensure the decision was made fairly and within the scope of the law Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Procedural Fairness as mentioned in the text?

To ensure fairness and transparency in decision-making procedures Signup and view all the answers

How are members of the Parole Board of Canada typically appointed?

By Order in Council appointments Signup and view all the answers

When applying for a record suspension, does the type of charge (Summary Conviction or Indictable) matter?

No, the type of charge does not impact record suspension eligibility Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of a decision made by the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal?

It is binding and enforceable only within Ontario Signup and view all the answers

Which legislation includes niches of criminal behaviour?

Controlled Drugs and Substance Act Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of statutes related to provincial and territorial quasi-crimes?

Imposing penalties for a wide range of behaviors Signup and view all the answers

Why does the Youth Criminal Justice Act and Canada Evidence Act not contain many charging sections?

Center around procedural law Signup and view all the answers

Which body is responsible for maintaining the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC)?

Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Signup and view all the answers

Which legislation specifically mentions criminal offences like smuggling humans?

Canada Evidence Act Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of ride programs as discussed in the text?

To prevent arbitrary arrests or detentions Signup and view all the answers

What is the standard of proof required for convictions of Provincial offences?

Proof beyond a reasonable doubt Signup and view all the answers

In the criminal justice process, what type of trial is typically conducted for Summary Offences?

Trial by judge alone Signup and view all the answers

Which type of offence is considered the most serious and is created by the Federal Government?

Indictable Offences Signup and view all the answers

Who prosecutes violators of Municipal By-Laws for offences like violating parking rules?

Municipal lawyers Signup and view all the answers