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Statute Law Flashcards

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1
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What are statute laws usually passed by?

A

Legislative Bodies (Like parliaments)

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What is the origin of the word “statute”?

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Latic word for “Set up”

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What are statute laws often called?

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Acts or legislations

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4
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Which statute governs criminal behavior in Canada?

A

Criminal Code

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5
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What does the Police Services Act govern?

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Manages police accountability in Ontario

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What does the Education Act regulate?

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Education system

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What is the purpose of the Weed Control By-Law in Chatham Kent?

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aims to control weeds for community health

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According to the Constitution, what type of country is Canada?

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Canada is constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy

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What does the term “jurisdictions” refer to in the context of government?

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Areas of authority from making decisions

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What is the meaning of “juris” in the word “jurisdictions”?

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Juris = law in Latin

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What is the meaning of “diction” in the word “jurisdictions”?

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Diction= saying or speaking

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Which level of government in Canada deals with things that concern all Canadians

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The federal government handles all issues for Canadians; immigration

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What does the provincial level of government in Canada concern itself with?

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Local Matter; Educations

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Which level of government in Canada is responsible for things that concern only a given city, town, or
village?

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The municipal government

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In a democracy, how is power structured to ensure fairness in law creation?

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by balancing power among branches

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What is the main purpose of dividing power in a government?

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prevents concentrations of authority and protects rights

17
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What is the role of the Executive branch in the government?

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to enforce law

18
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Who are included in the Executive branch of the government?

A

The prime minister and cabinet ministers

19
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What is the primary role of the legislative branch in government?

A

create laws

20
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Which of the following is a legislative body in Canada?

A

Parliament

21
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What is the Latin term for “to propose a law”?

A

“Legislate” In Latin

22
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What is the role of the Judicial branch in the government?

A

to interpret laws and deliver justice

23
Q

Which courts are part of the Judicial branch in Canada?

A

Provincial courts and supreme court

24
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What does the Judicial branch decide?

A

If laws are legal and resolve disputes

25
Q

Which branch of government is responsible for creating laws about the time of year that a person could
fish?

A

The legislative

26
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What is the role of the executive branch in the context of fishing laws?

A

The executive

27
Q

Who would put someone on trial for fishing outside of the allotted time?

A

The judicial branch

28
Q

What is the first step in the process of creating new laws?

A

Proposing a bill

29
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Which branch administers the details of the new law?

A

The executive

30
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What role does the Legislative branch play in the law-making process?

A

Drafts and vote on laws

31
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Which branch interprets and resolves disputes in the new laws?

A

The Judicial

32
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Who is the powerful leader who makes decisions at the federal level in Canada?

A

The federal leader is the prime minister

33
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Where do lawmakers meet at the provincial level in Canada?

A

Provincial Legislatures

34
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What is the main source of funding for laws at the municipal level in Canada?

A

Property tax

35
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Which police force operates at the federal level in Canada?

A

RCMP (Royal Canadian Mounted Police)

36
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What is the group where lawmakers meet at the federal level in Canada?

A

Federal Lawmakers meet in parliament (House of Commons and Senate)

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