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What is the purpose of the Charge Screening Form provided to the accused at the first court appearance?
What is the purpose of the Charge Screening Form provided to the accused at the first court appearance?
- To disclose all evidence gathered by the police/Crown
- To indicate whether the accused should be released on bail
- To specify the Crown's position on sentencing once a trial date has been set
- To help determine if the charge(s) fall within a paralegal's scope of practice (correct)
When is the Crown required to make a formal election regarding the charges?
When is the Crown required to make a formal election regarding the charges?
- Before disclosure is provided to the accused
- At the initial court appearance
- After a plea has been entered (correct)
- Upon arrest of the accused
What action should a defence paralegal take if they need additional disclosure for a case?
What action should a defence paralegal take if they need additional disclosure for a case?
- Request it from the client directly
- Request it from the police
- Request it from the Crown prosecutor (correct)
- Request it from the judge during court proceedings
What does the 'Jordan clock is ticking' refer to in the context of court proceedings?
What does the 'Jordan clock is ticking' refer to in the context of court proceedings?
Why is it important for a paralegal to assess how additional disclosure may impact a client's case?
Why is it important for a paralegal to assess how additional disclosure may impact a client's case?
At what stage can an accused be provided with initial disclosure?
At what stage can an accused be provided with initial disclosure?
What must the Crown prove to convict someone of breaching bail conditions?
What must the Crown prove to convict someone of breaching bail conditions?
What is required to be proven in a case of criminal negligence causing death under s. 220 CC?
What is required to be proven in a case of criminal negligence causing death under s. 220 CC?
What is the definition of inchoate offences?
What is the definition of inchoate offences?
According to the case mentioned, what was the outcome of the appeal for L?
According to the case mentioned, what was the outcome of the appeal for L?
What is required to show a 'wanton or reckless disregard for lives/safety of others' under s. 219 CC?
What is required to show a 'wanton or reckless disregard for lives/safety of others' under s. 219 CC?
What standard must be met to convict someone of breaching bail conditions?
What standard must be met to convict someone of breaching bail conditions?
What is the purpose of severance of accused persons according to section 591(3)b of the Criminal Code?
What is the purpose of severance of accused persons according to section 591(3)b of the Criminal Code?
Which of the following is not a factor considered by the court in severance of accused persons?
Which of the following is not a factor considered by the court in severance of accused persons?
What was the original trial judge's ruling regarding the similarity of the two sexual assault cases?
What was the original trial judge's ruling regarding the similarity of the two sexual assault cases?
What was L charged with in the same indictment?
What was L charged with in the same indictment?
What happened to L after the original trial?
What happened to L after the original trial?
Under what circumstances can police detain a person for investigative purposes?
Under what circumstances can police detain a person for investigative purposes?
What is considered a detention in the context of police interaction with citizens?
What is considered a detention in the context of police interaction with citizens?
What is the legal provision that entitles an accused/detainee to be informed of the reasons for their arrest or detention?
What is the legal provision that entitles an accused/detainee to be informed of the reasons for their arrest or detention?
What is an example of an arbitrary detention that breaches section 9 of the Charter but may be justified under section 1 of the Charter?
What is an example of an arbitrary detention that breaches section 9 of the Charter but may be justified under section 1 of the Charter?
What legal provision guarantees the right to counsel upon arrest or detention?
What legal provision guarantees the right to counsel upon arrest or detention?
What is the legal basis for challenging arbitrary detentions that violate section 9 of the Charter?
What is the legal basis for challenging arbitrary detentions that violate section 9 of the Charter?
What is the primary ground for opposing release under s. 515(10)(a)?
What is the primary ground for opposing release under s. 515(10)(a)?
Which ground is considered when there is a substantial likelihood that the accused will commit a criminal offence if released?
Which ground is considered when there is a substantial likelihood that the accused will commit a criminal offence if released?
According to R v St-Cloud SCJ No. 27, what is the scope of s.515(10)(c) for detaining an accused?
According to R v St-Cloud SCJ No. 27, what is the scope of s.515(10)(c) for detaining an accused?
Under which ground is the Crown required to show cause for detaining the accused?
Under which ground is the Crown required to show cause for detaining the accused?
What perspective is considered when determining whether detention is required to maintain public confidence in the administration of justice?
What perspective is considered when determining whether detention is required to maintain public confidence in the administration of justice?
Which of the following is NOT a factor considered under s.515(10)(c)?
Which of the following is NOT a factor considered under s.515(10)(c)?
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