Legal Procedures
What is it called when someone is detained by police?
Arrest
What does it mean if something is illegal under the Criminal Code?
It is against the law and can be punished
Selling or transporting illegal drugs is referred to as
What is trafficking
You need this document to legally drive a vehicle
What is a driver's license
A person under this age is considered a youth under the white YCJA
What is 18
What document is needed that gives permission for a search?
Warrent
What is it called when police take evidence connected to a crime?
Crimes and punishments in Canada
refers to having an illegal drug with you
what is possession
This driving behaviour includes racing, excessive speeding, or doing stunts on public roads
What is dangerous driving
The YCJA focuses on helping young people take this for their actions
What is responsibility
When police temporarily take you, you are taken into ______.
Custody
Who creates and changes the Criminal Code?
The Government of Canada (Parliament)
This drug became legal in Canada in 2018 for recreational use
what is "cannabis" or "marijuana"
This roadside demand is used to see if a driver has alcohol in their system
What is a breath test
Under the YCJA, the names of the accused are
What is private
What is the process by which police take you in to ask for information
Questioning
What is the main purpose of the Criminal Code?
To define crimes and ensure fair punishment
doctors and pharmacists can legally handle controlled drugs because of this official permission
What is a license
feeling to stay after a collision is commonly known as
What is a hit and run
a common punishment for youths
what is community service
What is it called when police take evidence connected to a crime?
Seizure
What section of law ensures everyone is treated equally under criminal law?
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (legal protections in criminal cases)
This organization helps regulate drugs in Canada
what is health Canada
a driver who isn't paying attention may be charged with this offence
What is distracted driving
This is the main goal of the YCJA. Balancing accountability with this second goal
What is rehab