Question 1

According to this chapter,which is the best way to reduce victimization and the resulting harms and costs?

Accepted Answer

The chapter emphasizes the importance of preventing crime from occurring in the first place rather than simply responding to it after the fact. This can be achieved through a variety of means, such as increasing community policing efforts, improving access to education and employment opportunities, and addressing underlying social and economic issues that contribute to criminal behavior. By preventing crime, fewer individuals become victims, resulting in decreased harm and costs. While tough on crime legislation, victim service units, and police resources can all be valuable in certain contexts, they may not address the root causes of crime and victimization.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT one of the rights spelled out in the Canadian Victim Bill of Rights?

Accepted Answer

The right of the victim for legal standing in a criminal trial is not explicitly included in the Canadian Victim Bill of Rights. However, it is granted by other laws and court decisions. The other three options are explicitly mentioned in the Bill of Rights.

Question 3

In which of the following are most victims services units in Canada located?

Accepted Answer

Most victims services units in Canada are located within police services, providing immediate support to victims of crime.

Question 4

The textbook criticizes police in Canada for not focusing on victim services in any significant way.Which of the following is NOT one of the failings by police that has been criticized in this chapter?

Accepted Answer

Victim services units have been established by most police agencies in Canada, so this is not a failing criticized in the chapter.

Question 5

According to a Statistics Canada study (Allen,2014)what percentage of adults who were known to be crime victims were treated by victim service providers in Canada?

Accepted Answer

According to the study by Allen (2014) conducted by Statistics Canada, only 10% of adults known to be crime victims were treated by victim service providers in Canada.

Question 6

Which of the following are the four ways to rebalance justice for crime victims as advocated by Waller?

Accepted Answer

The four ways to rebalance justice for crime victims as advocated by Waller are model legislation, an independently funded institute, social science evaluations, and an amendment to the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Option A includes "more research" which is not one of Waller's four ways. Option C includes "increased policing" which is also not one of Waller's four ways. Option D includes "tougher laws" and "more policing" which are not part of Waller's approach to rebalance justice for crime victims.

Question 7

Which of the following best represents the trend as far as the proportion of Canadian victims who report their victimization to police is concerned?

Accepted Answer

According to the General Social Survey on Victimization, the proportion of Canadian victims who reported their victimization to the police has been declining since the early 2000s. In 2004, it was reported that 34% of victims reported their victimization to the police, whereas in 2014, only 30% of victims reported to the police. This trend has been observed across most types of crime categories.

Question 8

Which of the following is one of the critiques of the Canadian Victim Bill of Rights?

Accepted Answer

The Canadian Victim Bill of Rights has been criticized for not specifying how victims will be protected from future victimization, leaving a gap in ensuring their safety and preventing reoccurrence of harm.

Question 9

Which of the following best represents the three-pronged approach to reducing victimization called for by the United Nations and other influential bodies?

Accepted Answer

The three-pronged approach to reducing victimization called for by the United Nations and other influential bodies includes enforcement (such as law enforcement efforts), community treatment for persons at risk of offending (such as mental health treatment and substance abuse treatment), and prevention (such as education and public awareness campaigns). Option A includes all three elements, while the other options do not. Therefore, A is the best choice.

Question 10

Which of the following is true of Nina's Place in Burlington,Ontario?

Accepted Answer

Nina's Place in Burlington, Ontario provides care for those who have been assaulted within the past 72 hours.

Question 11

Approximately what percentage of victims of crime who report to the police will see "their" offender convicted?

Accepted Answer

Only about 4% of victims of crime who report to the police will see their offender convicted. This low percentage reflects challenges in the criminal justice process, including difficulties in gathering sufficient evidence, legal hurdles, and the high standard of proof required for conviction.

Question 12

According to the textbook,in what area do Canadian provinces do a good job in providing services to victims of crime?

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

According to the textbook,which is a predominant hypothesis as to why Canadian crime victims report their victimization to police at a lower rate compared to victims in other countries?

Accepted Answer

The predominant hypothesis as to why Canadian crime victims report their victimization to police at a lower rate compared to victims in other countries is that victim services and compensation are not available or well known to Canadian victims. This suggests that victims do not report their victimization because they do not think there is help available to them, rather than because they are too busy or because they do not expect to get their stolen goods returned by police. There is no evidence in the textbook to suggest that police are notoriously slow to respond to crimes in Canada.

Question 14

What year did the Canadian government introduce legislation to create the Victim Bill of Rights?

Accepted Answer

The Canadian government introduced legislation to create the Victim Bill of Rights in 2007.

Question 15

Which of the following is the most accurate depiction of the office of the federal Ombudsman for Victims when it was established by the Canadian government in 2007?

Accepted Answer

When it was established in 2007, the office of the federal Ombudsman for Victims had a small staff and budget.

Question 16

Which of the following government policies best represents the term "the prevention dividend"?

Accepted Answer

The prevention dividend refers to the concept that investing in preventative measures can save money in the long run, such as by reducing the costs associated with crime. This is best represented by greater investments in programs that prevent crime and criminal behavior, as outlined in choice A.

Question 17

According to the textbook,a significant shift is needed in the way Canadian police respond to victims of crime.Which of the following is one of the four steps Canadian police need to do in order to reach international standards,as recommended by Waller (2010)?

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a means through which a victim of a crime can seek restitution in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Although victims can seek restitution through criminal courts, civil suits and restorative justice processes, garnishing a criminal offender's wages is not a means through which a victim can seek restitution in Canada. Restitution generally involves the offender paying the victim directly, rather than the payment being facilitated through a wage garnishment process.

Question 19

Which of the following is the most important contribution that the Stop Now and Plan (SNAP),aimed at helping children and parents regulate youth aggression,can make to reducing crime?

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Question 20

Which of the following most accurately describes the rights for victims of crime in French courts?

Accepted Answer

In French courts, victims of crime have the right to participate in both criminal and civil proceedings. In criminal courts, they can become a partie civile, allowing them to seek damages and present evidence. In civil courts, they can sue for damages directly related to the crime. This dual standing reflects the comprehensive approach of the French legal system to address the rights and needs of crime victims.

Quiz 7: Victimology, Victim Services, and Victim Rights in Canada