Legal Foundations and Heritage Quiz

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Which concept describes the principle that judicial decisions should follow precedents set in previous similar cases?

Magna Carta
Rule of Law
Habeas Corpus
Stare decisis (correct)

What is the primary purpose of the 'reasonable limits clause' in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

To grant the courts the right to define what constitutes a reasonable limit on rights entirely.
To allow the government to infringe on fundamental rights at any time.
To permit justifiable limitations on Charter rights when they are reasonable and demonstrably justified in a free and democratic society. (correct)
To ensure all laws are applied equally, no exceptions.

Which of the following is an example of Private Law?

Constitutional Law.
Administrative Law.
Criminal Law.
Contract Law. (correct)

What is the function of a 'Habeas Corpus'?

To require a person under arrest be brought before a judge or into court. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Section 33 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, also known as the 'notwithstanding clause', allows which of the following?

It allows Parliament or provincial legislatures to override certain Charter rights for a 5 year period with re-election to continue to override. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes 'actus reus'?

The physical act or prohibited omission that constitutes a crime. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes 'general intent' from 'specific intent' in the context of mens rea?

Specific intent requires proof of intent to cause a specific outcome, whereas general intent only requires proof of intent to do the act. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Someone who assists a principal actor in committing a crime is known as a:

Aider and abettor. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT typically considered a type of 'mens rea'?

Duress (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between 'detention' and 'arrest'?

Detention is a temporary holding, while arrest involves a formal taking into custody. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the Ontario Court System, which of the following is NOT primarily a purpose of a pre-trial procedure?

Determining the guilt or innocence of the accused. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the burden of proof in civil law?

Proof on a balance of probabilities. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of 'tort law'?

To provide remedies for civil wrongs causing harm. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary function of law, according to the provided content?

To establish the rules of conflict. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What role does a system of enforcement play within the framework of law?

It provides a means of ensuring compliance and accountability. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the function of law focused on maintaining stability within a community?

Protecting society. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is considered one of the core reasons or purposes for which legal systems exist?

To resolve disputes. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Besides dispute resolution, what else does the law seek to protect?

The rights and freedoms of individuals. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Rule of Law

The principle that everyone, including those in power, must obey the law.

Charter of Rights and Freedoms

A legal document that outlines the fundamental rights and freedoms of Canadians.

Stare Decisis

The practice of judges using previous court decisions (precedents) to guide their rulings in similar cases.

Common Law System

A legal system that emphasizes fairness and the protection of individual rights, focusing on precedent set by past court decisions.