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What is the term used to refer to people serving a life sentence in federal institutions?
What is the term used to refer to people serving a life sentence in federal institutions?
- Prisoners
- Long-Termers
- Inmates
- Lifers (correct)
Which term is used to describe the inability of some individuals to transition back successfully into the community after a long period of incarceration?
Which term is used to describe the inability of some individuals to transition back successfully into the community after a long period of incarceration?
- Freedom Struggle
- Concrete Mama Syndrome (correct)
- Imprisonment Complex
- Furlough Syndrome
What is the maximum sentence in Canada according to the text?
What is the maximum sentence in Canada according to the text?
- 20 years
- 10 years
- 25 years
- Life sentence (correct)
In Canada, what is the parole eligibility for someone convicted of 1st degree murder or high treason?
In Canada, what is the parole eligibility for someone convicted of 1st degree murder or high treason?
After how many years can someone convicted of 2nd degree murder apply for parole in Canada?
After how many years can someone convicted of 2nd degree murder apply for parole in Canada?
What is the term used for the review process that can potentially overturn a conviction for 'Lifers' in Canada?
What is the term used for the review process that can potentially overturn a conviction for 'Lifers' in Canada?
What is the mandatory minimum sentence for 1st degree murder in Canada?
What is the mandatory minimum sentence for 1st degree murder in Canada?
Which of the following crimes may be considered a 1st degree murder in Canada?
Which of the following crimes may be considered a 1st degree murder in Canada?
What is one of the criticisms of the Ending Sentence Discounts for Multiple Murders Act (2011)?
What is one of the criticisms of the Ending Sentence Discounts for Multiple Murders Act (2011)?
What was the purpose of The Faint Hope Clause in Canada?
What was the purpose of The Faint Hope Clause in Canada?
After 1997, who determined if a lifer could apply for parole after 15 years under The Faint Hope Clause?
After 1997, who determined if a lifer could apply for parole after 15 years under The Faint Hope Clause?
What change did the Ending Sentence Discounts for Multiple Murders Act (2011) bring about regarding parole eligibility for those convicted of multiple murders?
What change did the Ending Sentence Discounts for Multiple Murders Act (2011) bring about regarding parole eligibility for those convicted of multiple murders?
