Canadian-Citizenship Practice Test - Justice System 2

Question 1

What is habeas corpus, and how does it protect Canadians?

Accepted Answer

A legal right that allows a person who is detained to challenge the lawfulness of their imprisonment before a court

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A law requiring police to read rights upon arrest

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A rule preventing double jeopardy (being tried twice for the same crime)

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A right to access government documents

Question 2

What is the difference between civil law and criminal law in Canada?

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Criminal law deals with offences against society (prosecuted by the Crown); civil law deals with disputes between private individuals or organizations

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Civil law applies only in Quebec; criminal law applies in all provinces

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Civil law is federal; criminal law is provincial

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Civil law involves fines; criminal law only involves imprisonment

Question 3

What does it mean to have the "right to remain silent" upon arrest in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Under Section 7 of the Charter, a person is not required to make any statement to police; anything said can be used as evidence

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A person arrested may refuse to appear in court

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Police must wait 24 hours before questioning a suspect

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A detained person can refuse to be fingerprinted

Question 4

What is the role of a Crown attorney (Crown prosecutor) in Canada's justice system?

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To represent the government and prosecute criminal offences on behalf of the public

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To defend the accused and ensure a fair trial

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To act as an impartial judge for minor offences

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To manage prison sentences and parole decisions

Question 5

Under the Criminal Code of Canada, what is the legal age of criminal responsibility?

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12 years old

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10 years old

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14 years old

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16 years old

Question 6

Which government level has exclusive jurisdiction over criminal law in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The federal government

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Municipal governments

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Provincial governments

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Shared between federal and provincial governments