Jury
How many people make up a Jury?
12 people
What are Advocacy groups?
Groups that try to solve the underlying reasons for crime
True Or False? The courtroom does NOT include the Jury
False: The courtroom does include the Jury
What ages does the YCJA cover?
Ages 12-18
What does an arresting officer have to read out?
The rights that the person has (youth or adult)
True Or False: You can be on the Jury if you know the accused
False: You can not be on the Jury if you know the accused
What are the two advocacy groups?
The John Howard group and the Elizabeth Fry group
What is the role of the Crown Prosecuter?
The lawyer that will try to fight for a guilty verdict
Why was the YCJA passed?
To treat young offenders differently than adults
How was the government able to take away canadian freedoms during WWI and WWII?
Under the war measures act, the government was able to take rights away.
Who can sit on a Jury?
Anyone over 18, no criminal record, Canadian citizen, first language is English
What does the John Howard society do?
Helps Men, Women, Boys, and Girls in trouble with the law
What is the role of the Defense council?
What is the purpose of the YJCA?
Allows for a sped up justice system with shorter waits in court
What was one of the times Canadian rights were taken away?
The Indian Act, WWI, WWII, Residential Schools
What is a jury?
A group of people who use evidence and facts to reach a verdict for the accused
What does the Elizabeth Fry Society do?
Only helps women and girls' justice issues.
What does the judge do?
Listens to each side and consults with the Jury.
True Or False? The YCJA tries to prevent you from having a criminal record.
True!
What are the rights youth have when arrested?
What are people on the Jury responsible for?
They're responsible for getting to the courthouse on time, getting off work, and rebooking any appointments.
Name some of the things advocacy groups do
-Work independent from the government
-Try to improve the justice system
-Stand up for those accused of crimes
-Help rehabilitate offenders
What are the 3 roles of the Judge?
1. Upholding the rule of law 2.Maintains order in the courtroom 3. Ensures trial runs smoothly
What are some sentences a young person may get?
Community Service, counselling, prison, criminal record, restitution
What are the 5 basic sections of the Charter?
1. Fundamental Freedoms 2. Democratic Rights 3. Equality Rights 4. Mobility Rights 5. Legal Rights