Chpt 4: Intro to Criminal Law (review) REVIEW

Question 1

List the 7 principles of Procedural Justice or Fairness in the justice system.

Answer 1

• Fairness (no bias to accused)
• Efficiency (process is timely;)
• Clarity (accused understands the process)
• Restraint (Officials are disciplined and professional)
• Accountability (Officials are responsible for actions)
• Participation (process must be open for scrutiny)
• Protection (accused is not abused by officials)

Question 2

List the 3 types of criminal offences and maximum penalties.

Answer 2

• Summary ($200 fine or 6 months in jail)
• Indictable (life in prison)
  Hybrid (2-10 years in prison)

Question 3

List the 5 common types of Mens Rea.

Answer 3

• Recklessness or Willful Blindness
• Knowledge
• Motive
• Attempt
• Conspiracy

Question 4

List the 3 Parties to an offence.

Answer 4

• Aiding or Abetting
• Accessory After the Fact
• Organized Crime

Question 5

List the 5 types of Courts in Canada.

Answer 5

• Provincial Court (Criminal Division)
• Provincial Superior Court (Appeals and Trails
• Provincial Court of Appeal
• Federal Court
• Supreme Court of Canada