Question 1

Which level of court is the beginning and end for nearly all criminal cases?

Accepted Answer

Provincial courts handle the vast majority of criminal cases in Canada, from their inception through to their conclusion, including initial appearances, trials, and preliminary inquiries.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding the Supreme Court of Canada?

Accepted Answer

The Supreme Court of Canada is not the only federal court in Canada; there are other federal courts such as the Federal Court of Canada and the Tax Court of Canada.

Question 3

Which of the following provinces/territories has a unified, single-level court system?

Accepted Answer

Nunavut operates with a unified, single-level court system known as the Nunavut Court of Justice, which handles both lower court matters and superior trials, making it unique in Canada's court system.

Question 4

In cases of indictable offences, what type of hearing is held to determine whether there is sufficient evidence to proceed with a trial?

Accepted Answer

A preliminary hearing is held in cases of indictable offences to determine whether there is sufficient evidence to proceed with a trial.

Question 5

What does the term "hybrid offence" refer to in the Canadian Criminal Code?

Accepted Answer

Hybrid offences in the Canadian Criminal Code are those for which the Crown attorney has the discretion to proceed either summarily or by indictment, depending on factors such as the severity of the case and the circumstances surrounding the offence.

Question 6

Section 469 of the Criminal Code lists a number of non-electable, indictable offences, including murder, treason, and piracy. Which of following statements is NOT true regarding these indictable offences?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Section 469 of the Criminal Code lists...

Question 7

As of 2013, which of the following types of cases was most likely to be heard in criminal court?

Accepted Answer

Impaired driving cases are among the most common types of cases heard in criminal courts, largely due to the high incidence of these offenses compared to other crimes like murder, sexual assault, and break-and-enter. These cases are more frequent and thus more likely to be processed through the criminal court system.

Question 8

Cecilia is a judge who was appointed by the Prime Minister of Canada. The court she hears cases in is the final court of appeal for criminal and civil cases. Which court is Cecilia appointed to? ?

Accepted Answer

Cecilia is appointed to the Supreme Court of Canada, as it is the final court of appeal for criminal and civil cases in the country.

Question 9

Which statement is NOT true with respect to provincial courts in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Provincial court judges are appointed by the provincial or territorial governments, not the federal government. The federal government appoints judges to superior and federal courts.

Question 10

Which statement is most accurate with respect to how judges are appointed in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Judges of the superior courts in Canada are appointed by the federal government, while provincial court judges are appointed by the provincial governments. There are no fixed terms like 10 or 25 years for judges in Canada; they typically serve until a mandatory retirement age.

Question 11

Which of the following is a part of the operation of "therapeutic justice"?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is a part...

Question 12

Roman is a judge who was federally appointed but works in a court that is administered by the province of Manitoba. He hears appeal cases from decisions made at both the superior court level and the provincial/territorial court level. Which court is Roman appointed to?

Accepted Answer

Roman is appointed to the provincial/territorial court of appeal. This court hears appeal cases from both the superior court level and the provincial/territorial court level within a province, fitting the description provided.

Question 13

Bianca is a judge who travels to remote and northern locations in Canada to provide judicial services. Which court is Bianca appointed to?

Accepted Answer

Bianca is appointed to a circuit court, as these courts often travel to different locations to provide judicial services, especially in remote or less accessible areas.

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a concern regarding the use of the provincial/territorial circuit court system?

Accepted Answer

Failure to develop community-based initiatives is not mentioned as a concern regarding the use of the provincial/territorial circuit court system.

Question 15

The judge, Crown counsel, and defence lawyer all play key roles in the court process. What group do these individuals belong to?

Accepted Answer

These individuals are part of the courtroom workgroup, which includes the judge, prosecutors, and defense attorneys, all of whom work together to facilitate the smooth operation of court proceedings.

Question 16

Vivienne is a federally appointed judge who hears cases in a court that has been established by Parliament. This court hears appeals from the federal courts. Which court is Vivienne appointed to?

Accepted Answer

Vivienne is appointed to the Federal Court of Appeal, which hears appeals from the federal courts, as described in the scenario.

Question 17

Gary's role in the courtroom is very important. He is referred to as the "trier of fact" and he is solely responsible for this duty. What is Gary's role?

Accepted Answer

The "trier of fact" in a courtroom is responsible for determining the facts of a case. While in some cases, this role can be filled by a jury, when it is mentioned that a single person is solely responsible for this duty, it typically refers to the judge. The judge has the authority to make factual determinations when a jury is not present.

Question 18

In which cases are jury trials NOT available?

Accepted Answer

Jury trials are not available for summary conviction offences, which are less serious offences that are typically tried by a judge alone.

Question 19

What is the primary structure of accountability for federally appointed judges?

Accepted Answer

The primary structure of accountability for federally appointed judges in Canada is the Canadian Judicial Council. This body oversees the conduct of judges and ensures they adhere to the highest standards of behavior.

Question 20

Arthur is a judge who was appointed by the federal government to a court administered by the province of Saskatchewan. His court tries the most serious criminal cases and is the court of first appeal for provincial matters. Which court is Arthur appointed to?

Accepted Answer

Arthur is appointed to the provincial/territorial superior court, as this court tries the most serious criminal cases and serves as the court of first appeal for provincial matters.

Quiz 7: The Structure and Operation of the Criminal Courts