Legal Factors in Police Discretion Quiz

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Which province uses a post-charge system for diversionary measures?

  • Quebec
  • Alberta
  • Ontario (correct)
  • British Columbia

What is a common criticism of diversionary measures?

  • They are a net-widening mechanism (correct)
  • They are too lenient on offenders
  • They are too expensive to implement
  • They are ineffective in reducing recidivism

What are the categories of diversionary measures programming?

  • Reconciliation, retributive, rehabilitative, restorative
  • Reconciliation, mediation, retributive, restorative
  • Mediation, restitutive, educational, interventions
  • Reconciliation, mediation, rehabilitative, restorative (correct)

Which statement is true about referrals for diversionary measures?

<p>In most provinces, police make referrals for diversionary measures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of success rates for diversionary measures across provinces?

<p>80% to 98% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned as contributing to pushing youth further into the justice system?

<p>Police release conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the most important legal factors influencing police discretion?

<p>Offence seriousness and prior record of the offender (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor offers more latitude for police discretion?

<p>Minor offences (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What philosophy is the basis for extrajudicial measures as expressed in the YCJA?

<p>Diversion is the most appropriate and effective way to address non-violent youth crime (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Bill C-10 require police officers to do?

<p>Keep records of extrajudicial measures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of offenders are diversionary measures programs usually restricted to?

<p>Non-violent youth offenders (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT identified as a significant factor affecting police decision-making?

<p>Prior record of the offender (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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