Question 1

What kind of legal rights are protected under the Charter?

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Question 2

The highest-level trial court of the province cannot do which one of the following?

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The highest-level trial court of the province can hear trials, try cases involving a claim for billions, hear criminal cases, and award punitive damages. However, it cannot bind the court of appeal of the province by its decisions as the appellate court has the power to review and change the decisions made by the trial court.

Question 3

Which of the following is a right or freedom guaranteed in the Charter?

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The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees the right to vote in federal and provincial elections.

Question 4

A jury is not available in civil disputes.

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A jury is available in civil disputes in some jurisdictions, but not all. In some cases, the decision may be made by a judge or panel of judges.

Question 5

What types of cases are handled in small claims court?

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Question 6

Which of the following is a legal right under the Charter?

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The correct answer is D) Everyone has the right not to be exposed to any unreasonable search and seizure. This is protected under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, specifically under Section 8, which guards against unreasonable search and seizure, ensuring that individuals have a reasonable expectation of privacy.

Question 7

The provisions set out in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms are general principles.To understand what they really mean, it is necessary to examine the decisions of courts, especially those of the Supreme Court of Canada.

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The statement is true. The Charter of Rights and Freedoms provides general principles of what is protected, but the interpretation and application of those principles is determined by the decisions of courts, particularly the Supreme Court of Canada.

Question 8

Indicate the jurisdiction of the Small Claims Court in your area.

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Question 9

The small claims court deals with civil actions where one party sues another for relatively small amounts of money.

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The small claims court is designed to handle disputes involving relatively small amounts of money, usually up to a few thousand dollars depending on the jurisdiction.

Question 10

Which of the following is correct with respect to the Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

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Question 11

Which of the following is true in relation to the Supreme Court of Canada?

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The Supreme Court of Canada selects the cases it hears based on what it thinks is most important for the country. While the court does have one judge from each province and territory, private citizens do not have an automatic right to appeal to the Supreme Court of Canada. Additionally, the judges on the court are appointed by the Governor General, not Parliament. Finally, the Supreme Court of Canada hears appeals from both federal and provincial courts of appeal.

Question 12

(Modify this question for your province.) Fred sold Carole his old Macintosh computer and his printer in addition to eight programs for $2900.After she paid $1000, Carole quit paying.When she had no complaint about the computer, printer, or programs but simply wouldn't pay, Fred decided to sue.He would most likely begin his action in:

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In British Columbia, disputes involving amounts of $35,000 or less are typically heard in the Small Claims Division of the Provincial Court. As the value of the sale in this case is only $2900, Fred would most likely begin his legal action by filing a claim in Small Claims court. Criminal Division deals with criminal cases and Federal Court has jurisdiction over matters related to federal laws, making them unsuitable for this case. B.C. Court of Appeal is only relevant to cases that have already been heard in another court and have been appealed.

Question 13

How many judges are involved at the Supreme Court of Canada level and how are they appointed?

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Question 14

What is the highest court in Canada?

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Question 15

Which of the following is a legal right under the Charter?

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Legal rights, including the rights to life, liberty, and security of person, are specifically outlined in Section 7 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The other choices are incorrect as they contradict the text of the Charter.

Question 16

What kind of equality rights are protected by the Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

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Question 17

Which of the following is correct with respect to specialized divisions of lower-level provincial courts?

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Question 18

Describe the court structure in place in your province.

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Question 19

What kinds of rights are protected under the heading of mobility rights in the Charter?

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Question 20

The Supreme Court of Canada hears only appeals of private citizens.

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The Supreme Court of Canada hears appeals from both private citizens and the federal or provincial governments. It is the highest court in the Canadian judicial system with the authority to interpret and apply the Constitution, as well as hear appeals on matters of national significance.

Quiz 1: The Canadian Legal System

What kind of legal rights are protected under the Charter?

The highest-level trial court of the province cannot do which one of the following?

Which of the following is a right or freedom guaranteed in the Charter?

A jury is not available in civil disputes.

What types of cases are handled in small claims court?

Which of the following is a legal right under the Charter?

The provisions set out in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms are general principles.To understand what they really mean, it is necessary to examine the decisions of courts, especially those of the Supreme Court of Canada.

Indicate the jurisdiction of the Small Claims Court in your area.

The small claims court deals with civil actions where one party sues another for relatively small amounts of money.

Which of the following is correct with respect to the Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

Which of the following is true in relation to the Supreme Court of Canada?

How many judges are involved at the Supreme Court of Canada level and how are they appointed?

What is the highest court in Canada?

Which of the following is a legal right under the Charter?

What kind of equality rights are protected by the Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

Which of the following is correct with respect to specialized divisions of lower-level provincial courts?

Describe the court structure in place in your province.

What kinds of rights are protected under the heading of mobility rights in the Charter?

The Supreme Court of Canada hears only appeals of private citizens.