Politics
This government branch applies laws
Judicial Branch
What is an MP?
Member of parliament.
True or False: You are not legally required to show up for jury duty
False
What does the YCJA stand for?
Youth Criminal Justice Act
What is the dark(er) blue party in Canada?
Conservatives
What is the name of the orange party?
NDP
Which party currently has the most seats in the house of commons?
Liberal
Why is Lady Justice blindfolded?
To represent that justice is blind and only uses evidence rather than judement.
What is the primary mission of the YCJA?
To educate and reintegrate young offenders into society without a criminal record.
What does it mean to rehabilitate?
To help fix something and then allow them to go back into society.
What government branch is the prime minister part of?
Executive
What is a minority government?
When a party wins an election but has less than 50% of the total seats in the House of COmmons.
How many judges are there on the supreme court?
9
The YCJA applies to youth in the age range of ____ to ______.
12-17
Why is a criminal record bad for an adult?
It can greatly limit your overall opportunities and occupations.
What is a democracy?
A government in which citizens vote for who they feel should lead or represent their country.
What is the official opposition?
The leader of the party which came in second.
Why do they not allow the jury to have contact with others during a trial?
In order to ensure that they are not influenced by any other information or perspectives outside of the courtroom.
What are three things that can determine the consequences of young offenders?
-Severity
-Attitude
-History of crimes
-Family life or history
What is a bill?
A proposed law before it is legal.
What role is the physical representation of the Queen in Canada?
Governor General
Members of Parliaments' roles are to represent their c____________.
Constituents
In a YCJA trial, the juries verdict needs to be what % in order to accept the verdict.
A - 25%
B- 51%
C- 75%
D- 100%
From the textbook: What are your four rights if you get arrested as a youth?
-To speak to a lawyer, parent, or guardian
-To have your parents with you during questioning
-To have a lawyer with you in court.
What is the Royal Ascent?
When the Governor General signs in order to finalize a new law.