JUSTICE and YCJA TEST Flashcards
What does it mean to be fair and equitable?
To be governed or ran by rules that apply to everyone, taking into account individual needs of everyone.
What are advocacy groups, what are 2 examples of them, who do they help and what do they do?
They are organizations which try to solve the underlying reasons for crime.
John Howard- helps anyone who needs help to get back into society. Rehab
Elizabeth fry- women and girls, to rehab and reintegrate into society.
What is a jury?
A groups of people who are chosen to decide if someone is guilty or not. 12 of them
Who is eligible to be in a jury, what are the pros and cons of being in a jury and what are the responsibilities of being a juror?
Anyone above the age of 18.
Pros- you get to play an acting part of your community.
Cons- takes time, looses money, stressful, can be tough for a family
What does Y.C.J.A stand for?
Youth Criminal Justice Act.
What are youth justice committees? (circle/ restorative justice)
They are groups in which the victim and the offender come together and come up with a consequence
Who is involved in youth justice committees? (circle/ restorative justice) How do elders contribute?
Everyone can be involved in the committee and elders can contribute by being in these and deciding consequences. Usually a RCMP officer is in it too
OPINIONATED QUESTIONS:
- Do you agree that young people don’t understand their actions the same as adults, why or why not.
- What does fair mean?
- Should two criminals be charged the same way?
- Do you think a separate justice system is needed for young offenders?
- Should the YCJA be harsher?
- why is it necessary for a jury to be blind?
- to what extent are the rules for jury duty fair and equitable?
Your going to get 100%
Pay Special attention too:
- the flow chart on pages 66 and 67(textbook)
- Make sure you understand the difference between the code and act for Canada justice system. (page 64 textbook)
Yup
What is reintegrate?
After finished rehab, to enter back into society. (After jail or consequences)
What is legislation?
Laws created through the legislative process
What is prosecution?
Guy that’s like getting you in trouble or suing you
What is a criminal record?
A record of all the crimes which you have committed.
What is youth criminal justice act?
It is the law which defines the consequences which young people face for breaking crimes.
What Is to Rehabilitate?
To address underlying issues of the individuals crime. (Mental and substance abuse)
Explain the justice system
A system which looks at everyone problems individually and makes their consequences meaningful.
Who is the defence?
Whoever is being sued or prosecuted.
Explain community service.
Work that can be done as a consequence which is in the city( painting or raking)
What is the criminal code of Canada?
The laws which deal with adults consequences after they break the law.
What are extra-judicial actions?
Different ways to deal wit youth outside of the court system. (Done when crime is too small to waste tax money and time on)
What is colonialism?
The process of establishing colonies.
What is validity?
Reliability based on critical assessment of source, facts and bias
What is to sequester?
The cut the jury off of the media a world so there isn’t a bias.
Explain what a sentence is?
The consequence for a crime such as prison or community service.
How is the issue of justice related to quality of life?
Justice makes everything fair, as a result it’s easier to live a happy life if your treated fairly.
When your arrested what Re your rights?
To remain silent
Speak to a lawyer, parent/ guardian.
Have your parents with you during questioning
Have a lawyer when in court.
How many people are in a jury, what decisions do they make and what oath do that swear?
12, to decide if someone is guilty or not and one which says that they will be fair and look at both sides equally.
When does most youth crime occur?
Between 2 and 6pm. (No supervision)
How do advocacy groups try to help young people?
By providing education on laws.
To stand up for the rights for youth.
To give a place or help give a home and food for offenders.
What are the YCJA’s main three intentions?
- PREVENT crime by addressing underlying circumstances for someone’s behaviour
- REHABILITATE young after crime and then REINTEGRATE back into society when ready
- subject youth to MEANINGFUL CONSEQUENCES to ensure safety in society.
