Introduction Notes Flashcards
1
Q
Mala prohibita
A
Behaviour prohibited by the law, not immoral though
2
Q
Mala in se
A
Behaviour that is immoral or evil
3
Q
How serious is a summary offence?
A
Can result in a jail sentence of up to 6 months and a $2000 fine. Equivalent to a misdemeanor in the United States
4
Q
How serious is an indictable offence?
A
Can result in life in prison. Equivalent to a felony in the United States
5
Q
What are the 3 levels of sexual assault?
A
- Verbal or small physical force, no marks left behind
- A weapon is used
- Seriously injured or maimed
6
Q
Approximately how many officers were sworn in in 2015?
A
70 000
7
Q
What is the adversarial system?
A
Two parties against one another, one winner and one loser
8
Q
What are the four levels of courts in Canada?
A
- Supreme Court (have final say)
- The court of appeal (appeals from superior and provincial courts)
- Superior Court (deals with serious crimes)
- Provincial court (busiest; deals with minor offences)
