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What is a constitution?
A document that sets out the framework for how a country should be governed and what kind of country it should be.
When were women were allowed to vote?
1918
A government that is chosen by citizens who elect representatives is known as
Democracy
Third-party participants in legal proceeding; also called “friends of the court”
Interveners
A one level system of government such as in Great Britain.
Unitary system
What was Canada’s Constitution established?
1867
Rights that are guaranteed to citizens of the nation
Democratic Rights
A person found guilty and is punished for the offense, they cannot be tried or punished again.
Double jeopardy
Sets policies, presents budgets to the legislature, propose legislation, and implement laws passed by the legislature.
Execuative Branch
The right to move in and out of the country and between provinces
Mobility Rights
The BNA Act states that areas that aren’t specifically assigned to provincial jurisdiction, fall under federal jurisdiction; these are called _____________________.
Residual Powers
If the government is acting beyond its legal authorities.
Ultra vires
A legal moral, or social entitlement that citizens can expect mainly from the government
Right
If the courts decide that the government, either federal or provincial, is acting within its jurisdiction.
Intra vires
The right to conduct one's affairs without government interference
Freedom
When a bill is introduced by a cabinet minister it is called a ________________.
Government or Public Bill
Granted in 1931 which allowed for Canada to pass laws independent of Britain.
Statute of Westminster
Their role is to conduct impartial investigations of specific national problems.
Royal Commisssions
A crime that is punishable by the death penalty
Capital offenses
The act of making someone return for trial to another country/state where they have been accused of doing something illegal.
What was the BNA Act of 1867?
British North America Act
Set out rules for Canada; Canada was not dependent
4 Stages to Passing a Law
1. First reading to provide information
2. Second reading for debate
3. Third reading before the vote
4. Final vote
What are 2 examples of Fundamental Freedoms in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
Freedom of Conscience and Religion
Freedom of Thoughts and Expression through means of writing, speech, painting, etc.
Freedom of Expression but without false statements concerning others
Freedom of Peaceful assembly and association
What are the factors a court must consider when determining if a punishment fits the crime?
1. The gravity of the offence
2. The personal characteristics of offender
3. The particular circumstances of the case
Describe an instance when police can search a place. Describe an instance where police would not need a warrant beforehand.
Police can search the place where the person is arrested.
Controlled drugs and substances Act - grants police the power to search any place (except residence) where they suspect drugs.