Case Importance Flashcards
Jane Doe vs Metro Toronto Police [1998]
The duty of the police is to always protect the public even if the perpetrator gets away.
Starson vs Swayze [2003]
If someone with mental health problems understands the medication, they are allowed to choose whether they take it or not.
Nevsun Resources vs Araya [2020]
Canadian companies are allowed to be sued in Canada for violations outside of Canada against non-Canadians.
Lavigne vs Ontario Public Service Employees [1991]
If someone enters a union environment, you must follow the union dues even if one does not agree with the union.
Carter vs Canada [2015]
Leagalization of assisted suicide in Canada.
R vs Darrach [2000]
Rape shield law is upheld meaning a victims sexual history cannot be brought up in court.
Little Sisters Book and Art Emporium vs Canada [2000]
Created rules for importation of pornography that were no longer subjective.
Foundation of Children and Youth vs Canada [2002]
Upheld the right to punish children physically with boundaries.
Sauve’ vs Canada [2002]
The Supreme Court of Canada ruled that prisoners have a right to vote under section 3 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
R vs Ghomeshi [2016]
Great example of how difficult it is for a sexual assault conviction to be performed.
R vs Chan [2020]
Defense of extreme intoxication is once again valid for violent crime.
R vs Bernardo [1995]
Very controversial plea bargain where first degree murder was dropped to manslaughter.
R vs Gerald Stanley [2017]
We have banned the use of peremptory challenges when choosing a jury.
R vs Jarvis [2019]
Privacy rights as a result of this case are now very detailed.
R vs Hart [2014]
Shone light on the problems of the Mr. Big operation.
