Chapter 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of criminal law?
A
To regulate behaviour
2
Q
What are two sources of criminal law?
A
Statutes and case law
3
Q
What are two types of criminal law?
A
Substantive and procedural
4
Q
What are some characteristics of criminal law?
A
Affirms fundamental social values and punishes those who violate those values
5
Q
What is substantive law?
A
Defines the nature of criminal offences and specifies the elements required for a conviction
6
Q
What is procedural law?
A
legislation that specifies the procedures to be followed in the prosecution of a criminal case and defines the powers of criminal justice officials
