2: Justice System Flashcards
What does ‘fair and equitable’ mean?
Governed by rules that apply to everyone, taking into account individual needs and circumstances
Define justice.
Applying laws
What is the justice system?
The institutions and procedures for applying laws in a society
What negative effects does crime have?
Damages property, harms people and communities, and has a negative effect on quality of life
What is a critical question regarding the justice system?
How can the justice system change the negative effects of crime?
What is the focus of Chapter 2?
The extent to which Canada’s justice system is fair and equitable for youth
What principle of justice is fundamental in Canada?
A person is assumed innocent until proven guilty
Why is youth justice emphasized in the chapter?
It directly affects Grade 9 students
What challenges and opportunities are explored in the chapter?
Challenges and opportunities citizens face to shape what justice means
What should readers consider about the justice system?
What parts of the justice system are fair or should be changed
How does Canada’s justice system treat young offenders?
It attempts to treat them fairly and equitably
What role do Canadian citizens and organizations play in the justice system?
They influence the fairness and equity of Canada’s justice system for youth
Fill in the blank: The justice system is an important aspect of ______ in Canada.
[governance]
True or False: The chapter only discusses the justice system concerning adults.
False
What is community service?
Help in the community performed as part of a sentence, such as assisting with a community clean-up or food bank.
What is a criminal record?
A permanent record of breaking the law, which is public information. It can bar you from some jobs, volunteer positions, and travel to other countries.
What does sentence refer to in the context of law?
A consequence for a crime, such as imprisonment, determined by a court of law.
What is the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA)?
A law passed by parliament in 2003 that defines the consequences young people face for criminal offences.
What age group does the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) deal with?
12- to 17-year-olds in trouble with the law.
What alternatives does the YCJA allow for young offenders?
Consequences such as counselling and community service.
What does the YCJA prohibit for youths aged 12 to 14?
Prohibits adult sentences.
At what age can young people receive adult sentences under the YCJA?
14 years of age and older who have committed serious crimes.
How does the YCJA protect young offenders?
Protects their privacy by prohibiting the publication of their names unless they receive an adult sentence.
What is one significant outcome for most young offenders under the YCJA?
Allows most young offenders to avoid a criminal record.