Sources of Canadian Criminal Law

<p>Judges can interpret existing legislation and can only create new common law defences. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The penalties for quasi-criminal offences are typically less severe than those for criminal offences. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Morgantaler argued that the laws regarding abortion were unconstitutional under Section 7 of the Charter. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The laws regarding medical cannabis at the time were too restrictive and did not allow for Parker's specific needs. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Defence of Necessity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Polygamy was deemed incompatible with a free and democratic society. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The accused's mental state (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They were declared unconstitutional due to their violation of Charter rights. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Actus Reus. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The accused's motive. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He argued that polygamy was part of his religious freedom and should not be prohibited. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The accused's identity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Section 7. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A reasonable person in the same situation would have recognized the risk of harm and taken steps to avoid it. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mistake of Fact (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Involuntary intoxication is more likely to be successful as a defense because the accused acted without choice. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mistake of Law (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Whether the accused was capable of understanding the nature of their actions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They will be held in a psychiatric facility subject to certain conditions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A person is coerced into stealing a car at gunpoint. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A severe mental disorder that can cause delusions and hallucinations. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Automatism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The accused must have a legal duty to protect the victim. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Subjective mens rea (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Care and control (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A witness to a crime failing to alert authorities. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>10 years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Conduct and consequences (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Supreme Court ruled in favor of cannabis use due to its necessity for the plaintiff's health.

Supreme Court denied appeal claiming polygamy violates democratic principles and subordinates women.

Supreme Court invalidated prostitution laws that endangered sex workers based on Section 7 of the Charter.

Legalized medically-assisted dying based on rights to life, liberty, and security of the person.

The physical act or omission causing a criminal event that must be proven in court.

The mental state or intention accompanying a criminal act that must be proven in court.

Actus reus includes conduct, surrounding circumstances, and consequences of the act.

Accused conduct must be voluntary; automatism may be a defense if conduct is involuntary.

A defense claiming lack of control due to impaired consciousness.

The obligation to prove one's defense lies on the accused in automatism cases.

A failure to act where there is a legal duty to do so; can lead to liability.

Legal obligation to act and help those in certain relationships, like family.

Outcomes of actions, like dangerous driving, leading to severe penalties.

Proving the accused intended to commit the crime; requires demonstrating intent.

The act of lying under oath; guilt lies regardless of belief in the statement.

Laws enacted by the federal government that address crimes threatening public safety.

The primary federal statute in Canada defining criminal offenses and punishments.

Offences that are not considered criminal but have penalties like fines.

Part of the Constitution Act, protecting individual rights from government infringement.

The process by which judges explain and apply laws in court cases.

Legal arguments based on traditions that can be used in court to defend against charges.

Federal legislation that addresses environmental threats and pollution in Canada.

A group that had to approve abortions in Canada before certain legal changes.

A defense where the accused made an honest mistake that led to a crime; not ignorance of the law.

A situation where the accused was forced to commit a crime by someone else; not applicable for severe crimes like murder.

A potential defense for individuals who claim substance use impaired their control; involuntary intoxication is valid.

A status for individuals who cannot appreciate the nature of their actions due to a mental disorder.

A mental condition where a person loses contact with reality, affecting their awareness of actions.

Arguments or excuses used to avoid conviction in criminal cases, such as duress or mistake of fact.

Obligation to inform the public about new laws to ensure awareness and compliance.