March 3rd types of law Flashcards
1
Q
What is criminal law?
A
cases in which people have committed an offence against the wellbeing of the community
2
Q
Criminal offences include
A
The state- Treason, sabotage
A person- Assult, murder
Property- Theft or damage
Public order- Traffic offence and abusive language
3
Q
Two types of classified criminal offenses
A
- Summary offense
- Indicable offense
4
Q
What is a summary offense?
A
A less serious offence including jaywalking, Speeding etc
5
Q
What is an Indicable offense
A
A more serious crime including murder, homiside
These are heard before the jury or judge
6
Q
We are innocent until —-
A
Proven guilty by the prosecutor
7
Q
If the defendant is found guilty
A
There will be a sanction that could be jail, a fine or community work
