Police Legislation And Authority In Canda Flashcards
1
Q
What legislation governs police in Canada?
Hint: 6 of them
A
- The Constitution Act, 1982 (which includes the Charter of Rights and Freedoms)
- Criminal Code of Canada
- Canada Evidence Act
- Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
- Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes Act
- Youth Criminal Justice Act
2
Q
What are the 3 levels of policing in Canada?
A
- Federal (RCMP)
- Provincial (Ontario and Quebec)
- Municipal and regional
3
Q
What jurisdiction does the RCMP have?
What enforcement authority do they have in Canada?
A
- Throughout Canada
- Federal, Provincial and Municipal
4
Q
What jurisdiction does the provincial (Ontario and Quebec) police have?
What is there enforcement authority?
A
- Provincial jurisdiction
- Federal, Provincial and Municipal
5
Q
What jurisdiction do municipal police forces have in Canada?
What enforcement authority
A
- The province, with a focus on their own jurisdiction
- Federal, Provincial and Municipal
