Question 1

What court has the greatest authority in any criminal matter in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The Supreme Court of Canada is the highest court in Canada and has the final authority on criminal matters. Its decisions are binding on all lower courts across the country.

Question 2

What population is needed for a city to form and maintain its own municipal police force?

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Question 3

What is the first court most Canadians encounter when charged with a criminal offence?

Accepted Answer

The provincial court is the first court most Canadians encounter when charged with a criminal offense. This court deals with less serious criminal cases such as summary offenses, traffic violations, and provincial regulatory offenses.

Question 4

Kim was travelling down the 401 at a speed of 130 kilometres per hour.When she passed Cobourg,she was pulled over by the police and issued a ticket.Which branch of police issued Kim her ticket?

Accepted Answer

The 401 is a provincial highway, meaning it falls under the jurisdiction of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). Therefore, the most likely branch of police to have issued Kim her ticket is the provincial police, making choice B the correct answer.

Question 5

In which situation can a police officer in charge at the police station to which an accused is taken NOT use his or her discretion to release the suspect?

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Question 6

In 2013,what percentage of all sworn police personnel were employed by municipal police services?

Accepted Answer

According to the data from the Canadian Policing Services Annual Survey of 2013, 66% of all sworn police personnel were employed by municipal police services.

Question 7

Janet Able,a 15-year-old high school student,robbed a neighbourhood gas station and took off with both money and goods from the store.She was identified and located by police because the gas station had a video of her break-in.Which Canadian court is most likely to hear this case?

Accepted Answer

Since this is a case of robbery of a gas station within a neighborhood, it falls under the jurisdiction of the provincial court. Provincial courts usually hear cases involving criminal offenses that occurred within the respective province or territory.

Question 8

After the police have collected enough evidence to implicate someone as an offender,what do they do in order to obtain an arrest warrant?

Accepted Answer

To obtain an arrest warrant, the police typically lay an official information before a judge or justice of the peace outlining their evidence and requesting the issuance of a warrant for the suspect's arrest.

Question 9

Which court hears the majority of criminal cases in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Provincial courts hear the majority of criminal cases in Canada, as they have jurisdiction over most criminal offenses under the Criminal Code. Superior courts also handle criminal cases, but they are reserved for more serious offenses and appeals from provincial courts. The federal court system deals with specific criminal offenses, such as drug trafficking or terrorism cases, and the supreme court is the final appellate court for all legal matters in Canada, including criminal cases.

Question 10

Mike is sentenced to a three-year period of incarceration for committing a crime.He decides to appeal his case.Where will Mike be placed pending his appeal?

Accepted Answer

Pending an appeal, Mike will typically remain in the provincial facility where he was initially incarcerated, unless a court orders otherwise.

Question 11

What are the two major parts of the Canadian system of criminal procedure?

Accepted Answer

The Canadian system of criminal procedure can be divided into two major parts: pretrial procedure and trial procedure. Pretrial procedure includes the initial arrest, bail hearings, disclosure of evidence, and plea negotiations. Trial procedure includes the selection of a jury, the presentation of evidence, cross-examination, and the judge's charge to the jury. Both parts are essential for ensuring fair and just outcomes in criminal cases.

Question 12

What are people most commonly referring to when they speak of the primary principle of the justice model?

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Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a main purpose for arresting someone?

Accepted Answer

While reducing crime and protecting society may be a secondary benefit of arrests, it is not the main purpose. The primary purposes of arresting someone are to ensure they appear in court, to prevent them from committing further crimes, and to determine their guilt or innocence through the legal process.

Question 14

Bill would like a career in law enforcement that involves providing protection for migratory birds,a federal statute.Which law enforcement agency should Bill belong to?

Accepted Answer

The RCMP (Royal Canadian Mounted Police) is a federal law enforcement agency in Canada that has jurisdiction over federal statutes, including those related to protecting migratory birds. Therefore, if Bill would like to have a career in law enforcement that involves providing protection for migratory birds, the RCMP would be the best choice for him.

Question 15

Bill is charged with second degree murder.What court will hear his case?

Accepted Answer

Second degree murder is considered a serious criminal offense, and as such, will be heard in a superior court. Provincial and administrative courts typically handle less serious offenses, while appeal courts hear cases that are being appealed from lower courts.

Question 16

When victims of crime complain about the lack of adequate services for victims within the criminal justice system,what goal of criminal justice are they focusing upon?

Accepted Answer

Victims complaining about inadequate services are focusing on the achievement of justice, as they seek fair treatment and support within the system.

Question 17

Which model states that all citizens are equal before the law and are to be protected from arbitrary decisions by individuals working in the criminal justice system?

Accepted Answer

The justice model emphasizes that all citizens are equal before the law and aims to protect individuals from arbitrary decisions within the criminal justice system, focusing on fairness and equality in the treatment of individuals.

Question 18

Which three major agencies comprise the Canadian criminal justice system?

Accepted Answer

These three agencies make up the three main components of the criminal justice system in Canada. The police are responsible for enforcing the law and investigating crimes, while the courts are responsible for adjudicating criminal cases and imposing sentences. Finally, corrections refers to the system of punishment and rehabilitation for convicted offenders.

Question 19

Under which circumstance would police officers need not arrest an individual?

Accepted Answer

Police officers may issue a summons to appear in court instead of making an arrest for summary conviction offences. This is at their discretion and depends on the circumstances of the case. Option A is incorrect because an indictable offence would require an arrest. Option B is not always true as an arrest can still be made without a warrant in certain situations. Option D is also incorrect as other forms of evidence can be used to establish guilt in a case.

Question 20

When can a police officer arrest an individual without a warrant?

Accepted Answer

Police officers can make warrantless arrests if they witness an individual committing a criminal offense or have reasonable grounds to believe that the person has committed or is about to commit an offense. Choices A and B are incorrect because they only apply to the verification of warrants, not warrantless arrests. Choice D is incorrect because there is no such requirement for an order from the office of the Minister of Justice.

Quiz 1: An Overview of the Criminal Justice System in Canada