Understanding By-laws
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What distinguishes a by-law from a regulation?

  • By-laws are made under the authorization of an Act, while regulations are autonomous laws. (correct)
  • By-laws have deterrence as their main purpose, while regulations have punishment as their primary purpose.
  • By-laws are made by municipal governments, while regulations are made by federal governments.
  • By-laws focus on criminal law, while regulations focus on regulatory law.

Why are municipal by-laws related to the Amazon rainforest or world peace considered invalid?

  • Because they are not authorized by a provincial Act. (correct)
  • Because they do not fall under the category of municipal by-laws.
  • Because they are not enforced by the municipal government.
  • Because they are not enforceable by law.

What is the primary purpose of the penalty in criminal law?

  • To achieve deterrence and prevent future crimes.
  • To ensure people take their duties seriously.
  • To punish individuals for their committed crimes. (correct)
  • To promote a knowing, intentional mindset in society.

Why does regulatory law focus on deterrence as the main purpose of penalties?

<p>To make people take their duties seriously in the future. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of deterrence in regulatory law according to the text?

<p>It motivates individuals to avoid engaging in specific conduct. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'specific deterrence'?

<p>To prevent the convicted individual from repeating the offense (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of 'general deterrence'?

<p>To deter anyone who observes the consequences of breaking the law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is referred to as 'Lieutenant Governor in Council'?

<p>The provincial Premier and government Cabinet Ministers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a 'fine' from 'damages'?

<p>The recipient of the payment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does a fine serve as a deterrent?

<p>By discouraging future law-breaking behavior (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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