Chpt 5 Multiple Choice Review Flashcards
(15 cards)
When police have established that they have reasonable grounds to arrest someone, they cannot take what action?
They cannot take the Issue an Informant action if they establish that they have reasonable grounds for an arrest.
What are the steps in a lawful arrest procedure?
- Police officer identifies themselves to the accused.
- Accuseds being informed of their charge(s).
- Accuseds being informed of their right to remain silent.
What is the name of the Court Document that orders an accused person to appear in court at a specific time and place?
It is known as the Summons.
The RCMP is the police force at which level of Government?
It is at the Federal Level of Government.
Which legal ways is police conduct controlled?
- Legislatively
- Judicially
- Constitutionally
Which sex officer must conduct extensive body searches?
They must be carried out by police officers who are the same sex as the accused.
What does someone who has been charged with committing have a crime has the right to?
They have the right to obtain a lawyer without delay.
In which document are the legal rights of citizens who are arrested or detained explained in?
The document is the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
What is the officer must outline to the court that the informant is what?
It is reliable in terms of information.
What must a search warrant do?
- identify the premises to be searched.
- identify the criminal offence being investigated.
- have a judges signature.
If an accused person requests to speak with a lawyer immediately, he or she must do what?
They may speak with duty counsel.
What legal service is payed by taxpayers?
Legal Aid
What is the term for a burden of proof that is placed on the accused instead of the Crown?
The term is Reverse Onus for a burden of proof.
What is the term for identifying individuals by measuring their physical features is known as what?
It is known as Biometrics.
What can the Defence do during a Preliminary Hearing?
The defence can cross-examine Crown witnesses.
