Justice System Flashcards

What is the main reason Canada has a justice system?

Answer: To resolve disputes peacefully and protect rights

The justice system resolves disputes peacefully and protects the rights and safety of all people.

Which of these is NOT a responsibility of police in Canada?

Answer: Sentencing offenders to prison

Police enforce laws and keep order, but sentencing is the role of judges, not police.

What does the Charter guarantee regarding legal counsel when you are arrested?

Answer: The right to retain and instruct a lawyer without delay

Upon arrest or detention, you have the right to retain and instruct a lawyer without delay.

Who appoints judges to the Supreme Court of Canada?

Answer: The federal government (Governor General on advice of Cabinet)

Supreme Court judges are appointed by the federal government, formally by the Governor General on the advice of Cabinet.

What is one way the justice system keeps society orderly and fair?

Answer: By applying laws equally to everyone

Applying laws equally to everyone ensures fairness and order in society.

If you are charged with a crime, where is your guilt or innocence decided?

Answer: In a court of law

Guilt or innocence is decided in a court of law through a fair trial.

What principle ensures that a person cannot be punished arbitrarily by those in power?

Answer: The rule of law

The rule of law ensures fair legal processes and prevents arbitrary punishment by those in power.