Canadian Citizenship Canadian-Citizenship Practice Test - Justice System 1

Question 1

What is the fundamental principle in Canadian criminal law that states a person is considered not guilty until proven otherwise?

Accepted Answer

Presumption of innocence

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The right to a fair trial

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Double jeopardy protection

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The rule of law

Question 2

Which court is the highest court in Canada and has the final say on all legal matters, including constitutional questions?

Accepted Answer

The Supreme Court of Canada

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The Federal Court of Canada

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The Provincial Superior Court

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The Court of Appeal

Question 3

What does 'legal aid' provide to Canadians who cannot afford a lawyer?

Accepted Answer

Free or subsidized legal representation

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A government-paid judge to oversee their case

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An automatic acquittal in minor criminal cases

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The right to represent themselves in any court

Question 4

In Canada, what does the principle of 'double jeopardy' protect a person from?

Accepted Answer

Being tried for the same offence twice after an acquittal

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Being charged with two crimes at the same time

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Testifying against themselves in court

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Being held in custody for more than 24 hours without charges

Question 5

What is the role of a judge in a Canadian criminal trial?

Accepted Answer

To ensure the trial is conducted fairly and impartially, and to deliver a verdict or sentence

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To gather evidence and investigate the crime

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To represent the interests of the accused

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To decide which witnesses the Crown may call

Question 6

Under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, what right does a person have when arrested or detained?

Accepted Answer

The right to retain and instruct a lawyer without delay and to be informed of that right

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The right to be released immediately if charges are not laid within one hour

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The right to have all evidence against them disclosed before arrest

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The right to choose which police officer conducts their arrest